Barpali - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Barpali is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 64 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Benagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barpali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barpali is 422958. The village covers a total geographical area of 39 hectares and falls under the 766020 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 64 km away.
Barpali 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 Barpali
According to the 2011 Census, Barpali village had a total population of 87 people, including 46 males and 41 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.94%, with male literacy at 34.21% and female literacy at 29.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 24.
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 | 87 | 46 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 31 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 33 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Barpali
Barpali 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 Barpali
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Barpali.
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Barpali is about 64 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barpali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barpali 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 Barpali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barpali 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 Barpali
Where is Barpali located?
Barpali village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barpali?
The Gram Panchayat of Barpali is Benagaon.
What is the pincode of Barpali?
The pincode of Barpali is 766020.
What is the population of Barpali?
Barpali had a total population of 87, including 46 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Barpali?
Barpali had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barpali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barpali was 31.94%. Male literacy was 34.21% and female literacy was 29.41%.