Barabatia - Brahmagiri, Puri
Barabatia is a village situated in the Brahmagiri tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Brahmagiri and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Brahmunia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barabatia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barabatia is 409992. The village covers a total geographical area of 28 hectares and falls under the 752011 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Barabatia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barabatia
According to the 2011 Census, Barabatia village had a total population of 316 people, including 159 males and 157 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.87%, with male literacy at 92.00% and female literacy at 73.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 143.
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 | 316 | 159 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 92 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 115 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 44 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Barabatia
Barabatia 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 Barabatia
Barabatia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Puri to Barabatia is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Barabatia is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barabatia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barabatia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barabatia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barabatia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barabatia
Where is Barabatia located?
Barabatia village is located in Brahmagiri Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barabatia?
The Gram Panchayat of Barabatia is Brahmunia.
What is the pincode of Barabatia?
The pincode of Barabatia is 752011.
What is the population of Barabatia?
Barabatia had a total population of 316, including 159 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Barabatia?
Barabatia had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barabatia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barabatia was 82.87%. Male literacy was 92.00% and female literacy was 73.81%.