Barghat - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Barghat is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Talbahali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barghat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barghat is 384933. The village covers a total geographical area of 140 hectares and falls under the 770044 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 86 km away.
Barghat 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 Barghat
As per Census 2011, Barghat village has a total population of 334 people, consisting of 172 males and 162 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 135 literate and 199 illiterate residents. Additionally, 317 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barghat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 334 | 172 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 40 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 317 | 161 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 88 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 199 | 84 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Barghat
Barghat 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 Barghat
Barghat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Barghat is about 86 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Barghat is about 24 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 Barghat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barghat 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 Barghat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barghat 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 Barghat
Where is Barghat located?
Barghat village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barghat?
The Gram Panchayat of Barghat is Talbahali.
What is the pincode of Barghat?
The pincode of Barghat is 770044.
What is the population of Barghat?
Barghat has a total population of 334, including 172 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Barghat?
There are 74 households in Barghat.
What is the literacy rate in Barghat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barghat is 40.42%. Male literacy is 51.16% and female literacy is 29.01%.