Barasijua - Salbani, Paschim Medinipur
Barasijua is a village situated in the Salbani subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Debgram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barasijua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barasijua is 338799. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.59 hectares and falls under the 721147 pincode. Midnapur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Barasijua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salboni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barasijua
According to the 2011 Census, Barasijua village had a total population of 876 people, including 448 males and 428 females, living in 151 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.64%, with male literacy at 90.33% and female literacy at 80.40%.
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 | 876 | 448 | 428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 55 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 638 | 355 | 283 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 93 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Barasijua
Barasijua 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 Barasijua
Barasijua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Barasijua.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Midnapur to Barasijua is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barasijua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barasijua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barasijua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barasijua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barasijua
Where is Barasijua located?
Barasijua village is located in Salbani Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barasijua?
The Gram Panchayat of Barasijua is Debgram.
What is the pincode of Barasijua?
The pincode of Barasijua is 721147.
What is the population of Barasijua?
Barasijua had a total population of 876, including 448 males and 428 females.
How many households are there in Barasijua?
Barasijua had 151 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barasijua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barasijua was 85.64%. Male literacy was 90.33% and female literacy was 80.40%.