Bargaon - Baragaon, Sundargarh
Bargaon is a village situated in the Baragaon tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baragaon and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Bargaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bargaon is 384111. The village covers a total geographical area of 432 hectares and falls under the 770016 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Bargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talsara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bargaon
As per Census 2011, Bargaon village has a total population of 2,491 people, consisting of 1,346 males and 1,145 females. The village has 619 households and a sex ratio of 850 females per 1,000 males. There are 226 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,750 literate and 741 illiterate residents. Additionally, 166 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 878 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bargaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,491 | 1,346 | 1,145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 226 | 124 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 166 | 95 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 878 | 473 | 405 |
| Literate Population | 1,750 | 1,039 | 711 |
| Illiterate Population | 741 | 307 | 434 |
Nearby Villages of Bargaon
Bargaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Charpali | North-East | 1.37 km |
| Fulbari | South-East | 1.89 km |
| Barpali | East | 1.91 km |
| Bhoipali | South-West | 2.02 km |
| Kantiamura | North-East | 2.16 km |
| Latagaon | North | 2.23 km |
| Turiposh | East | 2.78 km |
| Jangli | North-East | 2.81 km |
| Chamunda | South | 2.83 km |
| Gariamal | West | 3.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bargaon
Public transport in the Bargaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tangarmunda, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sundargarh to Bargaon is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Bargaon is about 30 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 Bargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bargaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bargaon 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bargaon
Where is Bargaon located?
Bargaon village is located in Baragaon Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bargaon?
Bargaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bargaon?
The pincode of Bargaon is 770016.
What is the population of Bargaon?
Bargaon has a total population of 2,491, including 1,346 males and 1,145 females.
How many households are there in Bargaon?
There are 619 households in Bargaon.
What is the literacy rate in Bargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bargaon is 70.25%. Male literacy is 77.19% and female literacy is 62.10%.