Barsam

Barsam is a village located in Simri Bakhtiarpur subdivision of Saharsa district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Simri Bakhtiarpur (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Saharsa. As per 2009 stats, Khajuri is the gram panchayat of Barsam village.

Barsam has its own place in the vibrant Saharsa region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Barsam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barsam is 226586. The village spans a total geographical area of 206 hectares. Saharsa is nearest town to Barsam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Barsam

Below is a concise population overview of Barsam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,533 1,332 1,201
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 501 247 254
Scheduled Castes (SC) 474 248 226
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 N/A 2
Literate Population 975 681 294
Illiterate Population 1,558 651 907

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barsam village:

  • The total population of Barsam village is around 2,533, including approximately 1,332 males and 1,201 females, with a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 501 children aged 0–6 years in Barsam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Barsam village has 474 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Barsam village is about 38.49%, with male literacy at 51.13% and female literacy at 24.48%.
  • There are around 523 households in Barsam village.

Connectivity of Barsam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barsam. As per the 2011 stats, Barsam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Barsam

Knowing the nearby villages of Barsam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barsam.

Balhi Gopalpur Bhagwanpur Shankarpur Khajuri Motihani Sisauni

Frequently Asked Questions about Barsam

Where is Barsam located?
Barsam village is situated in Simri Bakhtiarpur Subdivision, within the Saharsa district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barsam?
The Gram Panchayat of Barsam is Khajuri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Barsam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barsam is 2,533, with 1,332 males and 1,201 females.
How many households are there in Barsam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barsam village has a total of 523 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barsam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barsam is 38.49%. The male literacy rate is 51.13%, while the female literacy rate is 24.48%.