Barbanka Village - Remuna, Balasore
Barbanka is a village situated in the Remuna tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Remuna and around 18 km from Baleshwar. Badapal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barbanka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barbanka is 393084. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 756019 pincode. Remuna is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Barbanka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Remuna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barbanka
As per Census 2011, Barbanka village has a total population of 278 people, consisting of 149 males and 129 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 865 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 226 literate and 52 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barbanka are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 278 | 149 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 20 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 226 | 125 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 24 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Barbanka
Barbanka is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Barbanka
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Barbanka. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Barbanka.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Remuna to Barbanka is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Barbanka is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barbanka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barbanka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barbanka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barbanka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barbanka
Where is Barbanka located?
Barbanka village is located in Remuna Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barbanka?
The Gram Panchayat of Barbanka is Badapal.
What is the pincode of Barbanka?
The pincode of Barbanka is 756019.
What is the population of Barbanka?
Barbanka has a total population of 278, including 149 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Barbanka?
There are 67 households in Barbanka.
What is the literacy rate in Barbanka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barbanka is 81.29%. Male literacy is 83.89% and female literacy is 78.29%.