Barsoo
Barsoo is a village located in Sanku tehsil of Kargil district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Sankoo (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Kargil. As per 2009 stats, Barsoo village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Barsoo unique in its vibrant Sanku-Kargil region. You’ll see Barsoo’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Barsoo
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barsoo is 001043. The village spans a total geographical area of 168 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 194301. Kargil is nearest town to Barsoo village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
When it comes to local governance, Barsoo village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Zanskar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ladakh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Barsoo
Population of Barsoo
According to the 2011 Census, Barsoo has a total population of about 1,602, with approximately 836 males and 766 females. The sex ratio is around 916 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 222 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,589. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.74%, with male literacy at about 63.40% and female literacy near 49.48%. There are around 181 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barsoo's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,602 | 836 | 766 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 128 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,589 | 826 | 763 |
| Literate Population | 909 | 530 | 379 |
| Illiterate Population | 693 | 306 | 387 |
Connectivity of Barsoo
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barsoo. As per the 2011 stats, Barsoo had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barsoo
Knowing the nearby villages of Barsoo helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barsoo.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barsoo
- Where is Barsoo located?
- Barsoo village is situated in Sanku Tehsil, within the Kargil district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barsoo?
- Barsoo serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Barsoo?
- The pincode of Barsoo is 194301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barsoo as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barsoo is 1,602, with 836 males and 766 females.
- How many households are there in Barsoo as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barsoo village has a total of 181 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barsoo as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barsoo is 56.74%. The male literacy rate is 63.40%, while the female literacy rate is 49.48%.