Barmasiya - Raghunathpur - I, Purulia
Barmasiya is a village situated in the Raghunathpur - I subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.6 km from Raghunathpur and around 64.4 km from Purulia. Babugram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barmasiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barmasiya is 330274. The village covers a total geographical area of 136.97 hectares and falls under the 723121 pincode. Raghunathpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Barmasiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Barmasiya
According to the 2011 Census, Barmasiya village had a total population of 635 people, including 314 males and 321 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.91%, with male literacy at 55.21% and female literacy at 36.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 635.
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 | 635 | 314 | 321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 26 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 635 | 314 | 321 |
| Literate Population | 264 | 159 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 371 | 155 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Barmasiya
Barmasiya 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 Barmasiya
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raghunathpur to Barmasiya is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Barmasiya is about 64.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Barmasiya
Where is Barmasiya located?
Barmasiya village is located in Raghunathpur - I Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barmasiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Barmasiya is Babugram.
What is the pincode of Barmasiya?
The pincode of Barmasiya is 723121.
What is the population of Barmasiya?
Barmasiya had a total population of 635, including 314 males and 321 females.
How many households are there in Barmasiya?
Barmasiya had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barmasiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barmasiya was 45.91%. Male literacy was 55.21% and female literacy was 36.59%.