Barsat - Raghogarh, Guna
Barsat is a village situated in the Raghogarh tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raghogarh and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Barsat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barsat is 499314. The village covers a total geographical area of 1650 hectares and falls under the 473110 pincode. Raghogarh is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Barsat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raghogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barsat
According to the 2011 Census, Barsat village had a total population of 3,506 people, including 1,791 males and 1,715 females, living in 659 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.83%, with male literacy at 77.71% and female literacy at 51.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 726, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 119.
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 | 3,506 | 1,791 | 1,715 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 563 | 288 | 275 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 726 | 364 | 362 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 119 | 32 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 1,908 | 1,168 | 740 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,598 | 623 | 975 |
Nearby Villages of Barsat
Barsat 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 Barsat
Barsat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Barsat.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raghogarh to Barsat is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Barsat is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barsat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barsat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barsat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barsat 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Barsat
Where is Barsat located?
Barsat village is located in Raghogarh Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barsat?
Barsat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barsat?
The pincode of Barsat is 473110.
What is the population of Barsat?
Barsat had a total population of 3,506, including 1,791 males and 1,715 females.
How many households are there in Barsat?
Barsat had 659 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barsat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barsat was 64.83%. Male literacy was 77.71% and female literacy was 51.39%.