Barachela - Patana, Keonjhar
Barachela is a village situated in the Patana tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from Patana and around 55 km from Kendujhar. Tendara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barachela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barachela is 385926. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 758016 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Barachela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barachela
As per Census 2011, Barachela village has a total population of 8 people, consisting of 3 males and 5 females. The village has 2 households and a sex ratio of 1,666 females per 1,000 males. The village has 5 literate and 3 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barachela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Barachela
Barachela 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 Barachela
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Barachela.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanjia to Barachela is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Barachela is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barachela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barachela 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 Barachela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barachela 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 Barachela
Where is Barachela located?
Barachela village is located in Patana Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barachela?
The Gram Panchayat of Barachela is Tendara.
What is the pincode of Barachela?
The pincode of Barachela is 758016.
What is the population of Barachela?
Barachela has a total population of 8, including 3 males and 5 females.
How many households are there in Barachela?
There are 2 households in Barachela.
What is the literacy rate in Barachela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barachela is 62.50%. Male literacy is 33.33% and female literacy is 80.00%.