Bania Gaon - Bajali (Pt), Bajali
Bania Gaon is a village situated in the Bajali (Pt) subdivision of Bajali district, Assam. It is located approximately 45 km from Barpeta. Maripur Anandapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bania Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bania Gaon is 283329. The village covers a total geographical area of 119.93 hectares and falls under the 781329 pincode. Pathsala is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bania Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bajali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barpeta Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bania Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bania Gaon village had a total population of 603 people, including 302 males and 301 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.71%, with male literacy at 89.51% and female literacy at 81.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 119, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 603 | 302 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 35 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 49 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 462 | 239 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 63 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Bania Gaon
Bania Gaon 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 Bania Gaon
Bania Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pathsala to Bania Gaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barpeta to Bania Gaon is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bania Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bania Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bania Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bania Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Bania Gaon
Where is Bania Gaon located?
Bania Gaon village is located in Bajali (Pt) Subdivision, Bajali district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bania Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bania Gaon is Maripur Anandapur.
What is the pincode of Bania Gaon?
The pincode of Bania Gaon is 781329.
What is the population of Bania Gaon?
Bania Gaon had a total population of 603, including 302 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Bania Gaon?
Bania Gaon had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bania Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bania Gaon was 85.71%. Male literacy was 89.51% and female literacy was 81.99%.