Barsola Kalan - Nighasan, Kheri
Barsola Kalan is a village situated in the Nighasan tehsil of Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nighasan and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Lakhimpur Kheri. Barsola Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barsola Kalan is 135011. The village covers a total geographical area of 775.28 hectares and falls under the 262906 pincode.
Barsola Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nighasan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barsola Kalan
As per Census 2011, Barsola Kalan village has a total population of 6,172 people, consisting of 3,192 males and 2,980 females. The village has 1,141 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,471 literate and 3,701 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,066 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barsola Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,172 | 3,192 | 2,980 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,120 | 580 | 540 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,066 | 562 | 504 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 2,471 | 1,489 | 982 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,701 | 1,703 | 1,998 |
Nearby Villages of Barsola Kalan
Barsola Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ram Nagar Sankalpa | East | 1.93 km |
| Khamareya | South | 2.52 km |
| Surat Nagar | North | 2.55 km |
| Suthana Barsola (ct) | West | 2.73 km |
| Sahen Khera | South-West | 3.31 km |
| Kolluri | West | 3.56 km |
| Banveer Pur | North-West | 3.72 km |
| Kasyap Nagar | South-East | 3.86 km |
| Anup Nagar | South-East | 4.05 km |
| Ray Pur | West | 4.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barsola Kalan
Barsola Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tikunia, while the nearest airport is Pithorgarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 131.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Lakhimpur Kheri to Barsola Kalan is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barsola Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barsola Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barsola Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barsola Kalan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Barsola Kalan
Where is Barsola Kalan located?
Barsola Kalan village is located in Nighasan Tehsil, Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barsola Kalan?
Barsola Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barsola Kalan?
The pincode of Barsola Kalan is 262906.
What is the population of Barsola Kalan?
Barsola Kalan has a total population of 6,172, including 3,192 males and 2,980 females.
How many households are there in Barsola Kalan?
There are 1,141 households in Barsola Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Barsola Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barsola Kalan is 40.04%. Male literacy is 46.65% and female literacy is 32.95%.