Barsara - Barharia, Siwan
Barsara is a village situated in the Barharia subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barharia and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Padarauna Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barsara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barsara is 231444. The village covers a total geographical area of 87 hectares and falls under the 841232 pincode. Siwan is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Barsara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barharia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Siwan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barsara
According to the 2011 Census, Barsara village had a total population of 1,709 people, including 897 males and 812 females, living in 247 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.10%, with male literacy at 73.68% and female literacy at 51.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 208, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 15.
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 | 1,709 | 897 | 812 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 308 | 156 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 208 | 111 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 884 | 546 | 338 |
| Illiterate Population | 825 | 351 | 474 |
Nearby Villages of Barsara
Barsara 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 Barsara
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siwan to Barsara is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Barsara
Where is Barsara located?
Barsara village is located in Barharia Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barsara?
The Gram Panchayat of Barsara is Padarauna Khurd.
What is the pincode of Barsara?
The pincode of Barsara is 841232.
What is the population of Barsara?
Barsara had a total population of 1,709, including 897 males and 812 females.
How many households are there in Barsara?
Barsara had 247 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barsara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barsara was 63.10%. Male literacy was 73.68% and female literacy was 51.21%.