Barabhaya - Narsinghpur, Cuttack
Barabhaya is a village situated in the Narsinghpur tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 96 km from Narasinghpur and around 147 km from Cuttack. Chakamunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barabhaya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barabhaya is 398471. The village covers a total geographical area of 199 hectares and falls under the 754032 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Barabhaya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baramba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barabhaya
According to the 2011 Census, Barabhaya village had a total population of 425 people, including 206 males and 219 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 1,063 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.11%, with male literacy at 84.75% and female literacy at 33.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 99, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 75.
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 | 425 | 206 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 57 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 39 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 150 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 56 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Barabhaya
Barabhaya 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 Barabhaya
Barabhaya 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 >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 Jagatsinghapur to Barabhaya is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Barabhaya is about 147 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barabhaya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barabhaya 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 Barabhaya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barabhaya 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 Barabhaya
Where is Barabhaya located?
Barabhaya village is located in Narsinghpur Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barabhaya?
The Gram Panchayat of Barabhaya is Chakamunda.
What is the pincode of Barabhaya?
The pincode of Barabhaya is 754032.
What is the population of Barabhaya?
Barabhaya had a total population of 425, including 206 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Barabhaya?
Barabhaya had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barabhaya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barabhaya was 58.11%. Male literacy was 84.75% and female literacy was 33.68%.