Barisurgas - Akkalkuwa, Nandurbar
Barisurgas is a village situated in the Akkalkuwa tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkuwa and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Pipalkhuta serves as the Village Panchayat for Barisurgas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barisurgas is 525014. The village covers a total geographical area of 435 hectares and falls under the 425452 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Barisurgas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkuwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barisurgas
According to the 2011 Census, Barisurgas village had a total population of 609 people, including 294 males and 315 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 1,071 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.95%, with male literacy at 79.92% and female literacy at 72.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 594.
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 | 609 | 294 | 315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 45 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 594 | 289 | 305 |
| Literate Population | 398 | 199 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 95 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Barisurgas
Barisurgas 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 Barisurgas
Barisurgas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Talode to Barisurgas is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Barisurgas is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barisurgas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barisurgas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barisurgas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barisurgas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barisurgas
Where is Barisurgas located?
Barisurgas village is located in Akkalkuwa Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Barisurgas?
The Village Panchayat of Barisurgas is Pipalkhuta.
What is the pincode of Barisurgas?
The pincode of Barisurgas is 425452.
What is the population of Barisurgas?
Barisurgas had a total population of 609, including 294 males and 315 females.
How many households are there in Barisurgas?
Barisurgas had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barisurgas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barisurgas was 75.95%. Male literacy was 79.92% and female literacy was 72.36%.