Barnasul - Kantamal, Boudh
Barnasul is a village situated in the Kantamal tehsil of Boudh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from Kantamal and around 106 km from Baudh. Narayanprasad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barnasul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barnasul is 417839. The village covers a total geographical area of 24 hectares and falls under the 762017 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Barnasul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kantamal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barnasul
According to the 2011 Census, Barnasul village had a total population of 83 people, including 43 males and 40 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.14%, with male literacy at 47.37% and female literacy at 22.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 73.
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 | 83 | 43 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 38 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 18 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 25 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Barnasul
Barnasul 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 Barnasul
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Barnasul.
| 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 Sonapur to Barnasul is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baudh to Barnasul is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barnasul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barnasul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Barnasul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barnasul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barnasul
Where is Barnasul located?
Barnasul village is located in Kantamal Tehsil, Boudh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barnasul?
The Gram Panchayat of Barnasul is Narayanprasad.
What is the pincode of Barnasul?
The pincode of Barnasul is 762017.
What is the population of Barnasul?
Barnasul had a total population of 83, including 43 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Barnasul?
Barnasul had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barnasul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barnasul was 35.14%. Male literacy was 47.37% and female literacy was 22.22%.