Barausa - Bhograi, Balasore
Barausa is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Bhograi and around 99 km from Baleshwar. Pasarbindha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barausa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barausa is 391758. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 756037 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Barausa 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 Barausa
According to the 2011 Census, Barausa village had a total population of 385 people, including 190 males and 195 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.55%, with male literacy at 88.55% and female literacy at 68.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 330, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 385 | 190 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 24 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 330 | 165 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 1 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 260 | 147 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 43 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Barausa
Barausa 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 Barausa
Public transport in the Barausa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Barausa is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Barausa is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barausa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barausa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barausa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barausa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barausa
Where is Barausa located?
Barausa village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barausa?
The Gram Panchayat of Barausa is Pasarbindha.
What is the pincode of Barausa?
The pincode of Barausa is 756037.
What is the population of Barausa?
Barausa had a total population of 385, including 190 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Barausa?
Barausa had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barausa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barausa was 78.55%. Male literacy was 88.55% and female literacy was 68.48%.