Barsot - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Barsot is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Harratola(bars) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barsot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barsot is 502283. The village covers a total geographical area of 414.94 hectares and falls under the 484887 pincode. Amarkantak is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Barsot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barsot
According to the 2011 Census, Barsot village had a total population of 521 people, including 233 males and 288 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 1,236 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.18%, with male literacy at 67.71% and female literacy at 43.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 437.
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 | 521 | 233 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 41 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 437 | 192 | 245 |
| Literate Population | 240 | 130 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 281 | 103 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Barsot
Barsot 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 Barsot
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Barsot.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amarkantak to Barsot is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Barsot is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barsot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barsot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barsot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barsot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barsot
Where is Barsot located?
Barsot village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barsot?
The Gram Panchayat of Barsot is Harratola(bars).
What is the pincode of Barsot?
The pincode of Barsot is 484887.
What is the population of Barsot?
Barsot had a total population of 521, including 233 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Barsot?
Barsot had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barsot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barsot was 54.18%. Male literacy was 67.71% and female literacy was 43.82%.