Barsol - Dharampur, Valsad
Barsol is a village situated in the Dharampur taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharampur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Barsol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barsol is 523349. The village covers a total geographical area of 448.03 hectares and falls under the 396050 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Barsol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barsol
As per Census 2011, Barsol village has a total population of 2,381 people, consisting of 1,181 males and 1,200 females. The village has 487 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,687 literate and 694 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,534 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barsol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,381 | 1,181 | 1,200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 120 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,534 | 749 | 785 |
| Literate Population | 1,687 | 895 | 792 |
| Illiterate Population | 694 | 286 | 408 |
Nearby Villages of Barsol
Barsol 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 Barsol
Barsol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Dharampur to Barsol is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Barsol is about 30 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 Barsol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barsol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barsol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barsol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barsol
Where is Barsol located?
Barsol village is located in Dharampur Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barsol?
Barsol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barsol?
The pincode of Barsol is 396050.
What is the population of Barsol?
Barsol has a total population of 2,381, including 1,181 males and 1,200 females.
How many households are there in Barsol?
There are 487 households in Barsol.
What is the literacy rate in Barsol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barsol is 70.85%. Male literacy is 75.78% and female literacy is 66.00%.