Barasi

Barasi is a village located in Mathurapur I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.7km away from sub-district headquarter Mathurapur (tehsildar office) and 58.5km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Krishnachandrapur is the gram panchayat of Barasi village.

Barasi has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas 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 Barasi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barasi is 334827. The village spans a total geographical area of 68.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743349. Joynagar is nearest town to Barasi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

When it comes to local governance, Barasi 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 Raidighi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mathurapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Barasi

Below is a concise population overview of Barasi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,628 846 782
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 186 98 88
Scheduled Castes (SC) 215 115 100
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,086 614 472
Illiterate Population 542 232 310

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barasi village:

  • The total population of Barasi village is around 1,628, including approximately 846 males and 782 females, with a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 186 children aged 0–6 years in Barasi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Barasi village has 215 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Barasi village is about 66.71%, with male literacy at 72.58% and female literacy at 60.36%.
  • There are around 354 households in Barasi village.

Connectivity of Barasi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barasi. As per the 2011 stats, Barasi 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Barasi

Knowing the nearby villages of Barasi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barasi.

Rampur Chhatrabhog Khonjkhidir Badibarasi Uttar Raypur Shobhanagar Sadial Sarberia Uttar Joykrishnapur Narayanpur Chak Sarberia

Frequently Asked Questions about Barasi

Where is Barasi located?
Barasi village is situated in Mathurapur I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barasi?
The Gram Panchayat of Barasi is Krishnachandrapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Barasi?
The pincode of Barasi is 743349, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barasi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barasi is 1,628, with 846 males and 782 females.
How many households are there in Barasi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barasi village has a total of 354 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barasi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barasi is 66.71%. The male literacy rate is 72.58%, while the female literacy rate is 60.36%.