Barjhula - Patnagarh, Balangir
Barjhula is a village situated in the Patnagarh tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patnagarh and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Bharatbahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barjhula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barjhula is 420566. The village covers a total geographical area of 270 hectares and falls under the 767025 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Barjhula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barjhula
According to the 2011 Census, Barjhula village had a total population of 224 people, including 128 males and 96 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 750 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.26%, with male literacy at 49.02% and female literacy at 20.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 147.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 224 | 128 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 26 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 147 | 88 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 50 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 78 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Barjhula
Barjhula is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Guniabahal | West | 1.30 km |
| Thelkochhapar | North | 1.83 km |
| Bharatbahal | South-West | 2.00 km |
| Pandesara | North-West | 2.56 km |
| Barbhaga | West | 2.63 km |
| Champasar | South-West | 2.65 km |
| Pudapadar | West | 2.79 km |
| Gunchadihi | North | 2.87 km |
| Laherjuri | North-West | 3.23 km |
| Taljuri | South-East | 3.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barjhula
Public transport in the Barjhula is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Loisingha, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patnagarh to Barjhula is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Barjhula is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barjhula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barjhula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barjhula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barjhula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barjhula
Where is Barjhula located?
Barjhula village is located in Patnagarh Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barjhula?
The Gram Panchayat of Barjhula is Bharatbahal.
What is the pincode of Barjhula?
The pincode of Barjhula is 767025.
What is the population of Barjhula?
Barjhula had a total population of 224, including 128 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Barjhula?
Barjhula had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barjhula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barjhula was 36.26%. Male literacy was 49.02% and female literacy was 20.00%.