Barabali - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Barabali is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 9 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Chhatrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barabali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barabali is 422944. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 766020 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Barabali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barabali
As per Census 2011, Barabali village has a total population of 32 people, consisting of 15 males and 17 females. The village has 7 households and a sex ratio of 1,133 females per 1,000 males. There are 5 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3 literate and 29 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barabali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 13 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Barabali
Barabali 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 Barabali
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Barabali.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Barabali is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Barabali is about 9 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barabali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barabali 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barabali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barabali 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barabali
Where is Barabali located?
Barabali village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barabali?
The Gram Panchayat of Barabali is Chhatrapur.
What is the pincode of Barabali?
The pincode of Barabali is 766020.
What is the population of Barabali?
Barabali has a total population of 32, including 15 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Barabali?
There are 7 households in Barabali.
What is the literacy rate in Barabali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barabali is 9.38%. Male literacy is 13.33% and female literacy is 5.88%.