Barbaspur - Ghorawal, Sonbhadra
Barbaspur is a village situated in the Ghorawal tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghorawal and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Amilaudha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barbaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barbaspur is 212963. The village covers a total geographical area of 281.01 hectares and falls under the 231210 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Barbaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barbaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Barbaspur village had a total population of 468 people, including 246 males and 222 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.49%, with male literacy at 77.39% and female literacy at 50.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 114.
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 | 468 | 246 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 47 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 61 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 247 | 154 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 92 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Barbaspur
Barbaspur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lahas | West | 1.49 km |
| Sirsain | East | 1.58 km |
| Amilaudha | South-East | 2.14 km |
| Mahokhar | North-East | 2.23 km |
| Karry | North | 2.35 km |
| Tendua | South-West | 2.85 km |
| Rehi | North-East | 3.06 km |
| Ubha | North-West | 3.60 km |
| Karia | East | 3.67 km |
| Ghoria | West | 3.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barbaspur
Barbaspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lusa, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.3 km.
| 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 Sonbhadra to Barbaspur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Barbaspur is about 40 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 Barbaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barbaspur 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 Barbaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barbaspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barbaspur
Where is Barbaspur located?
Barbaspur village is located in Ghorawal Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barbaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Barbaspur is Amilaudha.
What is the pincode of Barbaspur?
The pincode of Barbaspur is 231210.
What is the population of Barbaspur?
Barbaspur had a total population of 468, including 246 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Barbaspur?
Barbaspur had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barbaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barbaspur was 64.49%. Male literacy was 77.39% and female literacy was 50.54%.