Barsala - Dhanora, Seoni
Barsala is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Barbaspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barsala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barsala is 496362. The village covers a total geographical area of 266.82 hectares and falls under the 480994 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Barsala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Keolari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barsala
According to the 2011 Census, Barsala village had a total population of 444 people, including 225 males and 219 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.09%, with male literacy at 75.86% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 225.
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 | 444 | 225 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 225 | 113 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 271 | 154 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 71 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Barsala
Barsala 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 Barsala
Barsala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Barsala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Lakhnadon to Barsala is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Barsala is about 75 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 Barsala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barsala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barsala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barsala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barsala
Where is Barsala located?
Barsala village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barsala?
The Gram Panchayat of Barsala is Barbaspur.
What is the pincode of Barsala?
The pincode of Barsala is 480994.
What is the population of Barsala?
Barsala had a total population of 444, including 225 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Barsala?
Barsala had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barsala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barsala was 68.09%. Male literacy was 75.86% and female literacy was 60.00%.