Bargada - Rajagangapur, Sundargarh
Bargada is a village situated in the Rajagangapur tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajagangapur and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Jareikela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bargada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bargada is 384252. The village covers a total geographical area of 104 hectares and falls under the 770017 pincode. Rajagangapur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Bargada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajgangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bargada
According to the 2011 Census, Bargada village had a total population of 232 people, including 110 males and 122 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,109 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.97%, with male literacy at 74.44% and female literacy at 58.42%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 232.
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 | 232 | 110 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 232 | 110 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 67 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 43 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Bargada
Bargada 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 Bargada
Public transport in the Bargada is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Rajagangapur to Bargada is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Bargada is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bargada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bargada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bargada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bargada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bargada
Where is Bargada located?
Bargada village is located in Rajagangapur Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bargada?
The Gram Panchayat of Bargada is Jareikela.
What is the pincode of Bargada?
The pincode of Bargada is 770017.
What is the population of Bargada?
Bargada had a total population of 232, including 110 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Bargada?
Bargada had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bargada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bargada was 65.97%. Male literacy was 74.44% and female literacy was 58.42%.