Barasat
Barasat is a village located in Haringhata subdivision of Nadia district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.9km away from sub-district headquarter Subarnapur (tehsildar office) and 61.5km away from district headquarter Krishnanagar. As per 2009 stats, Fatepur is the gram panchayat of Barasat village.
Barasat has its own place in the vibrant Nadia 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 322396. The village spans a total geographical area of 243.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 741257. Habra is nearest town to Barasat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Barasat
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 | 4,046 | 2,074 | 1,972 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 488 | 233 | 255 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,168 | 603 | 565 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 23 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 2,774 | 1,540 | 1,234 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,272 | 534 | 738 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barasat village:
- The total population of Barasat village is around 4,046, including approximately 2,074 males and 1,972 females, with a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 488 children aged 0–6 years in Barasat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barasat village has 1,168 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 39 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barasat village is about 68.56%, with male literacy at 74.25% and female literacy at 62.58%.
- There are around 903 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 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 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 Haringhata Subdivision, within the Nadia district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barasat?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barasat is Fatepur (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 741257, 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 4,046, with 2,074 males and 1,972 females.
- How many households are there in Barasat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barasat village has a total of 903 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barasat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barasat is 68.56%. The male literacy rate is 74.25%, while the female literacy rate is 62.58%.