Barsuan Village - Bisra, Sundargarh
Barsuan is a village situated in the Bisra tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bisra and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Manko serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barsuan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barsuan is 384535. The village covers a total geographical area of 266 hectares and falls under the 770036 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Barsuan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Biramitrapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barsuan
As per Census 2011, Barsuan village has a total population of 1,335 people, consisting of 660 males and 675 females. The village has 266 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 196 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 517 literate and 818 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 483 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barsuan are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,335 | 660 | 675 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 110 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 483 | 241 | 242 |
| Literate Population | 517 | 300 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 818 | 360 | 458 |
Nearby Villages of Barsuan
Barsuan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanuparbahal | South | 1.24 km |
| Kokerama | North-East | 1.25 km |
| Talbahal | South-East | 1.65 km |
| Manko | West | 1.71 km |
| Bisra | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Sanramloi | South | 2.16 km |
| Jodabandha | North-West | 2.52 km |
| Kopranda | North | 2.58 km |
| Jharbeda | East | 2.84 km |
| Dudurta | South-West | 2.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barsuan
Barsuan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bisra, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Barsuan is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Barsuan is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barsuan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barsuan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barsuan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barsuan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barsuan
Where is Barsuan located?
Barsuan village is located in Bisra Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barsuan?
The Gram Panchayat of Barsuan is Manko.
What is the pincode of Barsuan?
The pincode of Barsuan is 770036.
What is the population of Barsuan?
Barsuan has a total population of 1,335, including 660 males and 675 females.
How many households are there in Barsuan?
There are 266 households in Barsuan.
What is the literacy rate in Barsuan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barsuan is 38.73%. Male literacy is 45.45% and female literacy is 32.15%.