Barsagad - Sawali, Chandrapur
Barsagad is a village situated in the Sawali tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sawali and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Chikhali serves as the Village Panchayat for Barsagad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barsagad is 540883. The village covers a total geographical area of 158.74 hectares and falls under the 441225 pincode. Mul is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Barsagad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barsagad
According to the 2011 Census, Barsagad village had a total population of 300 people, including 152 males and 148 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.93%, with male literacy at 84.51% and female literacy at 54.48%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 179.
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 | 300 | 152 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 179 | 89 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 120 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 32 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Barsagad
Barsagad 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 Barsagad
Barsagad is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mul to Barsagad is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Barsagad is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barsagad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barsagad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barsagad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barsagad 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barsagad
Where is Barsagad located?
Barsagad village is located in Sawali Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Barsagad?
The Village Panchayat of Barsagad is Chikhali.
What is the pincode of Barsagad?
The pincode of Barsagad is 441225.
What is the population of Barsagad?
Barsagad had a total population of 300, including 152 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Barsagad?
Barsagad had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barsagad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barsagad was 69.93%. Male literacy was 84.51% and female literacy was 54.48%.