Barbatia Village - Bhograi, Balasore
Barbatia is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Bhograi and around 87 km from Baleshwar. Babatia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barbatia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barbatia is 391712. The village covers a total geographical area of 191 hectares and falls under the 756039 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Barbatia 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 Barbatia
As per Census 2011, Barbatia village has a total population of 2,217 people, consisting of 1,147 males and 1,070 females. The village has 546 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 207 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,835 literate and 382 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 111 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barbatia are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,217 | 1,147 | 1,070 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 101 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 52 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 111 | 53 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 1,835 | 1,013 | 822 |
| Illiterate Population | 382 | 134 | 248 |
Nearby Villages of Barbatia
Barbatia 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 Barbatia
Barbatia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jaleswar to Barbatia is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Barbatia is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barbatia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barbatia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barbatia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barbatia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barbatia
Where is Barbatia located?
Barbatia village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barbatia?
The Gram Panchayat of Barbatia is Babatia.
What is the pincode of Barbatia?
The pincode of Barbatia is 756039.
What is the population of Barbatia?
Barbatia has a total population of 2,217, including 1,147 males and 1,070 females.
How many households are there in Barbatia?
There are 546 households in Barbatia.
What is the literacy rate in Barbatia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barbatia is 82.77%. Male literacy is 88.32% and female literacy is 76.82%.