Barsu - Bhatwari, Uttarkashi
Barsu is a village situated in the Bhatwari tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhatwari and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Barsu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barsu is 040722. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.84 hectares and falls under the 249135 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Barsu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barsu
According to the 2011 Census, Barsu village had a total population of 469 people, including 228 males and 241 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 1,057 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.63%, with male literacy at 93.48% and female literacy at 68.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 469 | 228 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 44 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 172 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 56 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Barsu
Barsu 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 Barsu
Barsu 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 Uttarkashi to Barsu is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barsu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barsu 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 Barsu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barsu 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 Barsu
Where is Barsu located?
Barsu village is located in Bhatwari Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barsu?
Barsu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barsu?
The pincode of Barsu is 249135.
What is the population of Barsu?
Barsu had a total population of 469, including 228 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Barsu?
Barsu had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barsu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barsu was 80.63%. Male literacy was 93.48% and female literacy was 68.69%.