Barasara
Barasara is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 24.8km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 26.8km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Makalpur is the gram panchayat of Barasara village.
Barasara has its own place in the vibrant Hugli 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 Barasara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barasara is 325251. The village spans a total geographical area of 176.7 hectares. Chinsurah is nearest town to Barasara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
When it comes to local governance, Barasara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Barasara
Population of Barasara
Below is a concise population overview of Barasara 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 | 1,510 | 779 | 731 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 62 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 592 | 301 | 291 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 174 | 90 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 1,018 | 590 | 428 |
| Illiterate Population | 492 | 189 | 303 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barasara village:
- The total population of Barasara village is around 1,510, including approximately 779 males and 731 females, with a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 121 children aged 0–6 years in Barasara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barasara village has 592 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 174 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barasara village is about 67.42%, with male literacy at 75.74% and female literacy at 58.55%.
- There are around 357 households in Barasara village.
Connectivity of Barasara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barasara. As per the 2011 stats, Barasara 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barasara
Knowing the nearby villages of Barasara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barasara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barasara
- Where is Barasara located?
- Barasara village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barasara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barasara is Makalpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Barasara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barasara is 1,510, with 779 males and 731 females.
- How many households are there in Barasara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barasara village has a total of 357 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barasara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barasara is 67.42%. The male literacy rate is 75.74%, while the female literacy rate is 58.55%.