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
According to the 2011 Census, Barghat village had a total population of 334 people, including 172 males and 162 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.75%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 35.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 317.
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 | 334 | 172 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 40 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 334, including 172 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Barghat?
Barghat had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barghat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barghat was 50.75%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 35.07%.