Barhamusa - Banei, Sundargarh
Barhamusa is a village situated in the Banei tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banei and around 175 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Bonaigarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barhamusa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barhamusa is 385144. The village covers a total geographical area of 347 hectares and falls under the 770038 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Barhamusa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barhamusa
According to the 2011 Census, Barhamusa village had a total population of 869 people, including 434 males and 435 females, living in 227 households. The sex ratio was 1,002 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.99%, with male literacy at 73.70% and female literacy at 54.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 98, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 553.
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 | 869 | 434 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 50 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 51 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 553 | 277 | 276 |
| Literate Population | 487 | 283 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 382 | 151 | 231 |
Nearby Villages of Barhamusa
Barhamusa 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 Barhamusa
Barhamusa 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Barhamusa is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Barhamusa is about 175 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barhamusa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barhamusa 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barhamusa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barhamusa 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 Barhamusa
Where is Barhamusa located?
Barhamusa village is located in Banei Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barhamusa?
The Gram Panchayat of Barhamusa is Bonaigarh.
What is the pincode of Barhamusa?
The pincode of Barhamusa is 770038.
What is the population of Barhamusa?
Barhamusa had a total population of 869, including 434 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Barhamusa?
Barhamusa had 227 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barhamusa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barhamusa was 63.99%. Male literacy was 73.70% and female literacy was 54.11%.