Barasat
Barasat is a village located in Kalna Ii subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.2km away from sub-district headquarter Kalna. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Barasat village. As per 2009 stats, Satgachhi is the gram panchayat of Barasat village.
Barasat has its own place in the vibrant Barddhaman region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Barasat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barasat is 320569. The village spans a total geographical area of 96.04 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 713146. Kalna is nearest town to Barasat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
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Population of Barasat
Below is a concise population overview of Barasat as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 572 | 300 | 272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 403 | 215 | 188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 23 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 355 | 206 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 94 | 123 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barasat village:
- The total population of Barasat village is around 572, including approximately 300 males and 272 females, with a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 66 children aged 0–6 years in Barasat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barasat village has 403 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 46 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barasat village is about 62.06%, with male literacy at 68.67% and female literacy at 54.78%.
- There are around 126 households in Barasat village.
Connectivity of Barasat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barasat. As per the 2011 stats, Barasat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barasat
Knowing the nearby villages of Barasat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barasat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barasat
- Where is Barasat located?
- Barasat village is situated in Kalna Ii Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barasat?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barasat is Satgachhi (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 713146, 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 572, with 300 males and 272 females.
- How many households are there in Barasat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barasat village has a total of 126 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barasat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barasat is 62.06%. The male literacy rate is 68.67%, while the female literacy rate is 54.78%.