Barahmal - Saintala, Balangir
Barahmal is a village situated in the Saintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saintala and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Bhadra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barahmal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barahmal is 421179. The village covers a total geographical area of 743 hectares and falls under the 767032 pincode. Titlagarh is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Barahmal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Titilagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barahmal
As per Census 2011, Barahmal village has a total population of 847 people, consisting of 423 males and 424 females. The village has 238 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 116 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 568 literate and 279 illiterate residents. Additionally, 245 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 253 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barahmal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 847 | 423 | 424 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 63 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 245 | 129 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 253 | 126 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 568 | 316 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 107 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Barahmal
Barahmal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narabahali | South | 2.03 km |
| Luhurapali | East | 2.23 km |
| Chilbahali | South-East | 2.59 km |
| Bhadra | North-East | 2.71 km |
| Piprut | South | 2.80 km |
| Nuapara | East | 3.05 km |
| Dangabahal | North | 3.31 km |
| Badamunda | North-East | 3.87 km |
| Karlakhunta | North-West | 3.95 km |
| Ghantbahali | South-East | 4.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barahmal
Barahmal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Badmal, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Titlagarh to Barahmal is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Barahmal is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barahmal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barahmal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barahmal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barahmal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barahmal
Where is Barahmal located?
Barahmal village is located in Saintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barahmal?
The Gram Panchayat of Barahmal is Bhadra.
What is the pincode of Barahmal?
The pincode of Barahmal is 767032.
What is the population of Barahmal?
Barahmal has a total population of 847, including 423 males and 424 females.
How many households are there in Barahmal?
There are 238 households in Barahmal.
What is the literacy rate in Barahmal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barahmal is 67.06%. Male literacy is 74.70% and female literacy is 59.43%.