Barsia - Jashipur, Mayurbhanj
Barsia is a village situated in the Jashipur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 68 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jashipur and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Barehipani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barsia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barsia is 388545. The village covers a total geographical area of 361 hectares and falls under the 757034 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Barsia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barsia
According to the 2011 Census, Barsia village had a total population of 526 people, including 276 males and 250 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.63%, with male literacy at 57.94% and female literacy at 40.51%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 521.
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 | 526 | 276 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 62 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 521 | 273 | 248 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 124 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 323 | 152 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Barsia
Barsia 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 Barsia
Public transport in the Barsia 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanjia to Barsia is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Barsia is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barsia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barsia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barsia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barsia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barsia
Where is Barsia located?
Barsia village is located in Jashipur Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barsia?
The Gram Panchayat of Barsia is Barehipani.
What is the pincode of Barsia?
The pincode of Barsia is 757034.
What is the population of Barsia?
Barsia had a total population of 526, including 276 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Barsia?
Barsia had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barsia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barsia was 49.63%. Male literacy was 57.94% and female literacy was 40.51%.