Barsikana - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Barsikana is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Sindhipadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barsikana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barsikana is 424230. The village covers a total geographical area of 1 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Barsikana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barsikana
According to the 2011 Census, Barsikana village had a total population of 119 people, including 55 males and 64 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,164 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.72%, with male literacy at 71.43% and female literacy at 40.35%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 119.
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 | 119 | 55 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 119 | 55 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 35 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 20 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Barsikana
Barsikana 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 Barsikana
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Barsikana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bhawanipatna to Barsikana is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barsikana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barsikana 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Barsikana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barsikana 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barsikana
Where is Barsikana located?
Barsikana village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barsikana?
The Gram Panchayat of Barsikana is Sindhipadar.
What is the pincode of Barsikana?
The pincode of Barsikana is 766037.
What is the population of Barsikana?
Barsikana had a total population of 119, including 55 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Barsikana?
Barsikana had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barsikana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barsikana was 54.72%. Male literacy was 71.43% and female literacy was 40.35%.