Barsota - Ghorawal, Sonbhadra
Barsota is a village situated in the Ghorawal tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghorawal and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Sotil serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barsota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barsota is 213103. The village covers a total geographical area of 210.11 hectares and falls under the 231215 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Barsota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barsota
As per Census 2011, Barsota village has a total population of 810 people, consisting of 410 males and 400 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 496 literate and 314 illiterate residents. Additionally, 307 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barsota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 810 | 410 | 400 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 69 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 307 | 152 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 496 | 272 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 314 | 138 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Barsota
Barsota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kunan | South-West | 0.79 km |
| Thauli | West | 1.15 km |
| Dabha | South-East | 1.43 km |
| Eanam | North-East | 1.49 km |
| Enam | East | 1.51 km |
| Khairi | West | 1.55 km |
| Khajurikhurd | South | 1.64 km |
| Pipri No. 1 | North | 1.65 km |
| Masoe | South-East | 1.77 km |
| Petrahi | North | 1.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barsota
Barsota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khairahi, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.2 km.
| 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 Sonbhadra to Barsota is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barsota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barsota 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barsota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barsota 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barsota
Where is Barsota located?
Barsota village is located in Ghorawal Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barsota?
The Gram Panchayat of Barsota is Sotil.
What is the pincode of Barsota?
The pincode of Barsota is 231215.
What is the population of Barsota?
Barsota has a total population of 810, including 410 males and 400 females.
How many households are there in Barsota?
There are 142 households in Barsota.
What is the literacy rate in Barsota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barsota is 61.23%. Male literacy is 66.34% and female literacy is 56.00%.