Barasarisa - Bhograi, Balasore
Barasarisa is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from Bhograi and around 81 km from Baleshwar. Hunguli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barasarisa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barasarisa is 391774. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 756037 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Barasarisa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barasarisa
As per Census 2011, Barasarisa village has a total population of 1,026 people, consisting of 539 males and 487 females. The village has 250 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 804 literate and 222 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barasarisa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,026 | 539 | 487 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 51 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 804 | 453 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 86 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Barasarisa
Barasarisa 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 Barasarisa
Barasarisa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Jaleswar to Barasarisa is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Barasarisa is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barasarisa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barasarisa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Barasarisa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barasarisa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barasarisa
Where is Barasarisa located?
Barasarisa village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barasarisa?
The Gram Panchayat of Barasarisa is Hunguli.
What is the pincode of Barasarisa?
The pincode of Barasarisa is 756037.
What is the population of Barasarisa?
Barasarisa has a total population of 1,026, including 539 males and 487 females.
How many households are there in Barasarisa?
There are 250 households in Barasarisa.
What is the literacy rate in Barasarisa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barasarisa is 78.36%. Male literacy is 84.04% and female literacy is 72.07%.