Barangakot - Ambabhona, Bargarh
Barangakot is a village situated in the Ambabhona tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambabhona and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Bhainatora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barangakot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barangakot is 380779. The village covers a total geographical area of 213 hectares and falls under the 768045 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Barangakot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barangakot
As per Census 2011, Barangakot village has a total population of 605 people, consisting of 309 males and 296 females. The village has 123 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 460 literate and 145 illiterate residents. Additionally, 160 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barangakot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 605 | 309 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 160 | 79 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 460 | 258 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 51 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Barangakot
Barangakot 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 Barangakot
Barangakot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Bargarh to Barangakot is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barangakot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barangakot 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barangakot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barangakot 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 Barangakot
Where is Barangakot located?
Barangakot village is located in Ambabhona Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barangakot?
The Gram Panchayat of Barangakot is Bhainatora.
What is the pincode of Barangakot?
The pincode of Barangakot is 768045.
What is the population of Barangakot?
Barangakot has a total population of 605, including 309 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Barangakot?
There are 123 households in Barangakot.
What is the literacy rate in Barangakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barangakot is 76.03%. Male literacy is 83.50% and female literacy is 68.24%.