Reclamation Block "A" - Baska, Baksa
Reclamation Block "A" is a village situated in the Baska subdivision of Baksa district, Assam. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baksa and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Mushalpur.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Reclamation Block "A" is 304477. The village covers a total geographical area of 401.4 hectares and falls under the 781373 pincode. Nalbari is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Reclamation Block "A" village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Chapaguri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kokrajhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Reclamation Block "A"
As per Census 2011, Reclamation Block "A" village has a total population of 1,794 people, consisting of 922 males and 872 females. The village has 359 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 189 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,188 literate and 606 illiterate residents. Additionally, 102 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Reclamation Block "A" are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,794 | 922 | 872 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 113 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 47 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,188 | 645 | 543 |
| Illiterate Population | 606 | 277 | 329 |
Nearby Villages of Reclamation Block "A"
Reclamation Block "A" 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 Reclamation Block "A"
Reclamation Block "A" is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nalbari to Reclamation Block "A" is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mushalpur to Reclamation Block "A" is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Reclamation Block "A"
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Reclamation Block "A" village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Reclamation Block "A"
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Reclamation Block "A" village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Reclamation Block "A"
Where is Reclamation Block "A" located?
Reclamation Block "A" village is located in Baska Subdivision, Baksa district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of Reclamation Block "A"?
The pincode of Reclamation Block "A" is 781373.
What is the population of Reclamation Block "A"?
Reclamation Block "A" has a total population of 1,794, including 922 males and 872 females.
How many households are there in Reclamation Block "A"?
There are 359 households in Reclamation Block "A".
What is the literacy rate in Reclamation Block "A"?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Reclamation Block "A" is 66.22%. Male literacy is 69.96% and female literacy is 62.27%.