Barlahandi - Jeypore, Koraput
Barlahandi is a village situated in the Jeypore tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jeypore and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Phampuni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barlahandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barlahandi is 429066. The village covers a total geographical area of 260 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Barlahandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jeypore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barlahandi
As per Census 2011, Barlahandi village has a total population of 625 people, consisting of 294 males and 331 females. The village has 140 households and a sex ratio of 1,125 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 352 literate and 273 illiterate residents. Additionally, 170 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 160 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barlahandi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 625 | 294 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 32 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 73 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 160 | 78 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 352 | 217 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 77 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Barlahandi
Barlahandi 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 Barlahandi
Public transport in the Barlahandi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Jeypur to Barlahandi is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Barlahandi is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barlahandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barlahandi 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 Barlahandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barlahandi 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 Barlahandi
Where is Barlahandi located?
Barlahandi village is located in Jeypore Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barlahandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Barlahandi is Phampuni.
What is the pincode of Barlahandi?
The pincode of Barlahandi is 764002.
What is the population of Barlahandi?
Barlahandi has a total population of 625, including 294 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Barlahandi?
There are 140 households in Barlahandi.
What is the literacy rate in Barlahandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barlahandi is 56.32%. Male literacy is 73.81% and female literacy is 40.79%.