Barbaspur - Pindra, Varanasi
Barbaspur is a village situated in the Pindra tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pindra and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Varanasi. Ghoghari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barbaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barbaspur is 208668. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.59 hectares and falls under the 221202 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Barbaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pindra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barbaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Barbaspur village had a total population of 850 people, including 410 males and 440 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 1,073 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.48%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 54.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 270.
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 | 850 | 410 | 440 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 66 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 270 | 133 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 452 | 258 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 398 | 152 | 246 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patti | North-East | 0.61 km |
| Goghari | South | 0.90 km |
| Korra | North-West | 1.03 km |
| Chamru | East | 1.07 km |
| Bhanpur | North | 1.22 km |
| Tarapur | East | 1.58 km |
| Ghoghali | South | 1.60 km |
| Murdi | North-East | 1.64 km |
| Gajendra | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Kashipur | North-West | 2.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barbaspur
Barbaspur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Babatpur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 5.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Varanasi to Barbaspur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barbaspur
Where is Barbaspur located?
Barbaspur village is located in Pindra Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barbaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Barbaspur is Ghoghari.
What is the pincode of Barbaspur?
The pincode of Barbaspur is 221202.
What is the population of Barbaspur?
Barbaspur had a total population of 850, including 410 males and 440 females.
How many households are there in Barbaspur?
Barbaspur had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barbaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barbaspur was 64.48%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 54.34%.