Barbandha - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Barbandha is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Barabandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barbandha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barbandha is 422667. The village covers a total geographical area of 196 hectares and falls under the 766100 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Barbandha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barbandha
According to the 2011 Census, Barbandha village had a total population of 559 people, including 285 males and 274 females, living in 148 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.44%, with male literacy at 84.10% and female literacy at 56.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 195, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 300.
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 | 559 | 285 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 46 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 195 | 91 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 300 | 161 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 336 | 201 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 223 | 84 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Barbandha
Barbandha 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 Barbandha
Public transport in the Barbandha is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Barbandha is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barbandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barbandha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barbandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barbandha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barbandha
Where is Barbandha located?
Barbandha village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barbandha?
The Gram Panchayat of Barbandha is Barabandha.
What is the pincode of Barbandha?
The pincode of Barbandha is 766100.
What is the population of Barbandha?
Barbandha had a total population of 559, including 285 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Barbandha?
Barbandha had 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barbandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barbandha was 70.44%. Male literacy was 84.10% and female literacy was 56.72%.