Barcharana - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Barcharana is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Dudkaranja serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barcharana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barcharana is 422674. The village covers a total geographical area of 29 hectares and falls under the 766100 pincode. Kesinga is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Barcharana 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 Barcharana
As per Census 2011, Barcharana village has a total population of 39 people, consisting of 15 males and 24 females. The village has 12 households and a sex ratio of 1,600 females per 1,000 males. There are 4 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4 literate and 35 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barcharana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 39 | 15 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 15 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 4 | - |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 11 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Barcharana
Barcharana 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 Barcharana
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Barcharana.
| 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 Kesinga to Barcharana is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Barcharana is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barcharana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barcharana 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 Barcharana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barcharana 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 Barcharana
Where is Barcharana located?
Barcharana village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barcharana?
The Gram Panchayat of Barcharana is Dudkaranja.
What is the pincode of Barcharana?
The pincode of Barcharana is 766100.
What is the population of Barcharana?
Barcharana has a total population of 39, including 15 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Barcharana?
There are 12 households in Barcharana.