Barasahi - Dasapalla, Nayagarh
Barasahi is a village situated in the Dasapalla tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasapalla and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Tendabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barasahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barasahi is 405573. The village covers a total geographical area of 132 hectares and falls under the 752084 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Barasahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daspalla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barasahi
According to the 2011 Census, Barasahi village had a total population of 140 people, including 74 males and 66 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.39%, with male literacy at 73.02% and female literacy at 59.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 136.
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 | 140 | 74 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 136 | 73 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 46 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 28 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Barasahi
Barasahi 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 Barasahi
Barasahi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Nayagarh to Barasahi is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barasahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barasahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Barasahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barasahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Barasahi
Where is Barasahi located?
Barasahi village is located in Dasapalla Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barasahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Barasahi is Tendabadi.
What is the pincode of Barasahi?
The pincode of Barasahi is 752084.
What is the population of Barasahi?
Barasahi had a total population of 140, including 74 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Barasahi?
Barasahi had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barasahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barasahi was 66.39%. Male literacy was 73.02% and female literacy was 59.32%.