Barbaria - Bhograi, Balasore
Barbaria is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Bhograi and around 81 km from Baleshwar. Hunguli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barbaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barbaria is 391783. The village covers a total geographical area of 88 hectares and falls under the 756039 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Barbaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barbaria
According to the 2011 Census, Barbaria village had a total population of 1,096 people, including 541 males and 555 females, living in 246 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.31%, with male literacy at 85.07% and female literacy at 58.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 883, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 43.
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 | 1,096 | 541 | 555 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 52 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 883 | 434 | 449 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 711 | 416 | 295 |
| Illiterate Population | 385 | 125 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Barbaria
Barbaria 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gambharia | East | 0.62 km |
| Bindhapadmapur | South-West | 0.72 km |
| Gochhidateghari | West | 1.45 km |
| Shyamanandipur | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Jagannathpur | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Kanyanagari | South-West | 2.95 km |
| Padima | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Nafarai | West | 3.03 km |
| Paschimbar | North | 4.14 km |
| Kochiladangar | West | 4.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barbaria
Barbaria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Digha Flag Station, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Barbaria is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Barbaria is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barbaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barbaria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Barbaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barbaria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Barbaria
Where is Barbaria located?
Barbaria village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barbaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Barbaria is Hunguli.
What is the pincode of Barbaria?
The pincode of Barbaria is 756039.
What is the population of Barbaria?
Barbaria had a total population of 1,096, including 541 males and 555 females.
How many households are there in Barbaria?
Barbaria had 246 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barbaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barbaria was 71.31%. Male literacy was 85.07% and female literacy was 58.07%.