Barsuan - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Barsuan is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 190 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Sasyakela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barsuan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barsuan is 384943. The village covers a total geographical area of 514 hectares and falls under the 770041 pincode. Barbil is the nearest town, located about 67 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 Bonai 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 3,113 people, consisting of 1,659 males and 1,454 females. The village has 754 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 532 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,835 literate and 1,278 illiterate residents. Additionally, 359 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,613 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barsuan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,113 | 1,659 | 1,454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 532 | 288 | 244 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 359 | 195 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,613 | 826 | 787 |
| Literate Population | 1,835 | 1,081 | 754 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,278 | 578 | 700 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saskela | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Raikela | North-West | 2.65 km |
| Baurkela | West | 2.92 km |
| Tinko | North-West | 4.02 km |
| Damalu | South | 4.07 km |
| Kusumdihi | West | 4.10 km |
| Bahamda | East | 4.38 km |
| San-nuagaon | South-West | 5.25 km |
| Phatatangar | North-West | 5.25 km |
| Randa | South | 5.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barsuan
Public transport in the Barsuan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barsuan, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barbil to Barsuan is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Barsuan is about 190 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.4 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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) | 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 Barsuan
Where is Barsuan located?
Barsuan village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barsuan?
The Gram Panchayat of Barsuan is Sasyakela.
What is the pincode of Barsuan?
The pincode of Barsuan is 770041.
What is the population of Barsuan?
Barsuan has a total population of 3,113, including 1,659 males and 1,454 females.
How many households are there in Barsuan?
There are 754 households in Barsuan.
What is the literacy rate in Barsuan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barsuan is 58.95%. Male literacy is 65.16% and female literacy is 51.86%.