Barasu - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Barasu is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Barasu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barasu is 042066. The village covers a total geographical area of 129 hectares and falls under the 246471 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Barasu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barasu
According to the 2011 Census, Barasu village had a total population of 881 people, including 447 males and 434 females, living in 171 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.39%, with male literacy at 97.28% and female literacy at 71.81%.
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 | 881 | 447 | 434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 80 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 627 | 357 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 90 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Barasu
Barasu 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 Barasu
Barasu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rudraprayag to Barasu 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 Barasu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barasu 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 Barasu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barasu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barasu
Where is Barasu located?
Barasu village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barasu?
Barasu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barasu?
The pincode of Barasu is 246471.
What is the population of Barasu?
Barasu had a total population of 881, including 447 males and 434 females.
How many households are there in Barasu?
Barasu had 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barasu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barasu was 84.39%. Male literacy was 97.28% and female literacy was 71.81%.