Barabankeri - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Barabankeri is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Almonda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barabankeri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barabankeri is 428817. The village covers a total geographical area of 430 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Barabankeri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barabankeri
As per Census 2011, Barabankeri village has a total population of 841 people, consisting of 414 males and 427 females. The village has 191 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 167 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 224 literate and 617 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 794 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barabankeri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 841 | 414 | 427 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 89 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 794 | 390 | 404 |
| Literate Population | 224 | 134 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 617 | 280 | 337 |
Nearby Villages of Barabankeri
Barabankeri 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 Barabankeri
Barabankeri is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Barabankeri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Barabankeri is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Barabankeri is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barabankeri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barabankeri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barabankeri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barabankeri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barabankeri
Where is Barabankeri located?
Barabankeri village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barabankeri?
The Gram Panchayat of Barabankeri is Almonda.
What is the pincode of Barabankeri?
The pincode of Barabankeri is 764027.
What is the population of Barabankeri?
Barabankeri has a total population of 841, including 414 males and 427 females.
How many households are there in Barabankeri?
There are 191 households in Barabankeri.
What is the literacy rate in Barabankeri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barabankeri is 26.63%. Male literacy is 32.37% and female literacy is 21.08%.