Barasat
Barasat is a village located in Falta subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.8km away from sub-district headquarter Falta (tehsildar office) and 34.9km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Gopalpur is the gram panchayat of Barasat village.
Here you can discover what makes Barasat unique in its vibrant Falta-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Barasat’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Barasat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barasat is 334202. The village spans a total geographical area of 99.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743504. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Barasat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Barasat
Population of Barasat
According to the 2011 Census, Barasat has a total population of about 2,277, with approximately 1,169 males and 1,108 females. The sex ratio is around 947 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 330 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 32 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.69%, with male literacy at about 64.41% and female literacy near 56.77%. There are around 494 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barasat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,277 | 1,169 | 1,108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 330 | 174 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,382 | 753 | 629 |
| Illiterate Population | 895 | 416 | 479 |
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 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| 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 Falta Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barasat?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barasat is Gopalpur (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 743504, 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 2,277, with 1,169 males and 1,108 females.
- How many households are there in Barasat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barasat village has a total of 494 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barasat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barasat is 60.69%. The male literacy rate is 64.41%, while the female literacy rate is 56.77%.