Barsila - Mikirbheta, Marigaon
Barsila is a village situated in the Mikirbheta subdivision of Marigaon district, Assam. It is located approximately 150 km from Mikirbheta and around 40 km from Morigaon. Borchila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barsila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barsila is 284056. The village covers a total geographical area of 436.98 hectares and falls under the 782106 pincode. Nagaon is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Barsila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morigaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barsila
As per Census 2011, Barsila village has a total population of 2,140 people, consisting of 1,051 males and 1,089 females. The village has 387 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 352 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,223 literate and 917 illiterate residents. Additionally, 146 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,124 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barsila are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,140 | 1,051 | 1,089 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 352 | 164 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 65 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,124 | 554 | 570 |
| Literate Population | 1,223 | 649 | 574 |
| Illiterate Population | 917 | 402 | 515 |
Nearby Villages of Barsila
Barsila 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 Barsila
Public transport in the Barsila is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nagaon to Barsila is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Morigaon to Barsila 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 Barsila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barsila 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barsila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barsila village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barsila
Where is Barsila located?
Barsila village is located in Mikirbheta Subdivision, Marigaon district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barsila?
The Gram Panchayat of Barsila is Borchila.
What is the pincode of Barsila?
The pincode of Barsila is 782106.
What is the population of Barsila?
Barsila has a total population of 2,140, including 1,051 males and 1,089 females.
How many households are there in Barsila?
There are 387 households in Barsila.
What is the literacy rate in Barsila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barsila is 57.15%. Male literacy is 61.75% and female literacy is 52.71%.