Barsher - Dirang Adc, West Kameng
Barsher is a village situated in the Dirang Adc circle of West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Dirang and around 57 km from Bomdila. Namthung serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barsher village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barsher is 261638. The village falls under the 790101 pincode. Dirang Hq is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Barsher village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barsher
As per Census 2011, Barsher village has a total population of 14 people, consisting of 8 males and 6 females. The village has 3 households and a sex ratio of 750 females per 1,000 males. There are 2 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4 literate and 10 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barsher are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 5 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Barsher
Barsher 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 Barsher
Public transport in the Barsher is mainly available through shared van 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 Dirang Hq to Barsher is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bomdila to Barsher is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barsher
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barsher 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 Barsher
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barsher 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 Barsher
Where is Barsher located?
Barsher village is located in Dirang Adc Circle, West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barsher?
The Gram Panchayat of Barsher is Namthung.
What is the pincode of Barsher?
The pincode of Barsher is 790101.
What is the population of Barsher?
Barsher has a total population of 14, including 8 males and 6 females.
How many households are there in Barsher?
There are 3 households in Barsher.
What is the literacy rate in Barsher?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barsher is 28.57%. Male literacy is 37.50% and female literacy is 16.67%.