Barhamunda - Gaisilet, Bargarh
Barhamunda is a village situated in the Gaisilet tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaisilet and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Talpali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barhamunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barhamunda is 380090. The village covers a total geographical area of 173 hectares and falls under the 768037 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Barhamunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barhamunda
As per Census 2011, Barhamunda village has a total population of 354 people, consisting of 177 males and 177 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 227 literate and 127 illiterate residents. Additionally, 83 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 58 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barhamunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 354 | 177 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 24 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 50 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 25 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 127 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 50 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Barhamunda
Barhamunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Talpali | North | 1.58 km |
| Khuntpali | West | 1.84 km |
| Gidhamal | South-East | 2.32 km |
| Brahmanmal | East | 2.38 km |
| Katabahal | South | 2.46 km |
| Jankeda | North-East | 3.51 km |
| Mundapali | West | 3.60 km |
| Chandrapur | North | 4.09 km |
| Telipukhapani | East | 4.33 km |
| Barihapukhapani | East | 4.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barhamunda
Barhamunda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Loisingha, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Padmapur to Barhamunda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Barhamunda is about 80 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 Barhamunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barhamunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barhamunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barhamunda 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barhamunda
Where is Barhamunda located?
Barhamunda village is located in Gaisilet Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barhamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Barhamunda is Talpali.
What is the pincode of Barhamunda?
The pincode of Barhamunda is 768037.
What is the population of Barhamunda?
Barhamunda has a total population of 354, including 177 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Barhamunda?
There are 89 households in Barhamunda.
What is the literacy rate in Barhamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barhamunda is 64.12%. Male literacy is 71.75% and female literacy is 56.50%.