Barasat
About Barasat
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Barasat village is 320068. Barasat village is located in Burdwan I subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.2km away from sub-district headquarter Burdwan. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Barasat village. As per 2009 stats, Kshetia is the gram panchayat of Barasat village.
The total geographical area of village is 371.94 hectares. Barasat has a total population of 707 peoples, out of which male population is 348 while female population is 359. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1031 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of barasat village is 69.73% out of which 76.44% males and 63.23% females are literate. There are about 153 houses in barasat village. Pincode of barasat village locality is 713422.
When it comes to administration, Barasat village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Barasat village comes under Bhatar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bardhaman - Durgapur Lok Sabha constituency. Burdwan is nearest town to barasat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
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Population of Barasat
The population details of Barasat cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 707 | 348 | 359 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 71 | 33 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 374 | 180 | 194 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 493 | 266 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 82 | 132 |
Connectivity of Barasat
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barasat
Where is Barasat located?
Barasat village is situated in Burdwan I Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barasat?
The Gram Panchayat of Barasat is Kshetia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Barasat?
The pincode of Barasat is 713422, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barasat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barasat is 707, with 348 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Barasat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barasat village has a total of 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barasat as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barasat is 69.73%. The male literacy rate is 76.44%, while the female literacy rate is 63.23%.