Barsoo - Awantipora, Pulwama
Barsoo is a village situated in the Awantipora tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Awantipura and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Pulwama. Barsoo village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barsoo is 002985. The village covers a total geographical area of 730.9 hectares and falls under the 192122 pincode. Awantipora is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Barsoo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pampore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barsoo
According to the 2011 Census, Barsoo village had a total population of 2,904 people, including 1,493 males and 1,411 females, living in 440 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.17%, with male literacy at 74.70% and female literacy at 51.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
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 | 2,904 | 1,493 | 1,411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 463 | 248 | 215 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,542 | 930 | 612 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,362 | 563 | 799 |
Nearby Villages of Barsoo
Barsoo 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 Barsoo
Barsoo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Barsoo.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Awantipora to Barsoo is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Barsoo is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barsoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barsoo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barsoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barsoo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barsoo
Where is Barsoo located?
Barsoo village is located in Awantipora Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barsoo?
Barsoo is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barsoo?
The pincode of Barsoo is 192122.
What is the population of Barsoo?
Barsoo had a total population of 2,904, including 1,493 males and 1,411 females.
How many households are there in Barsoo?
Barsoo had 440 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barsoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barsoo was 63.17%. Male literacy was 74.70% and female literacy was 51.17%.