Barsanu - Darlaghat, Solan
Barsanu is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Kotlu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barsanu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barsanu is 020385. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 171102 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Barsanu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barsanu
According to the 2011 Census, Barsanu village had a total population of 258 people, including 117 males and 141 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,205 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.64%, with male literacy at 93.75% and female literacy at 80.99%.
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 | 258 | 117 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 90 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 27 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Barsanu
Barsanu 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 Barsanu
Barsanu is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Solan to Barsanu is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barsanu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barsanu 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barsanu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barsanu 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barsanu
Where is Barsanu located?
Barsanu village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barsanu?
The Gram Panchayat of Barsanu is Kotlu.
What is the pincode of Barsanu?
The pincode of Barsanu is 171102.
What is the population of Barsanu?
Barsanu had a total population of 258, including 117 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Barsanu?
Barsanu had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barsanu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barsanu was 86.64%. Male literacy was 93.75% and female literacy was 80.99%.