Bamun Paka (Bamen Paka) - Sarthebari, Barpeta
Bamun Paka (Bamen Paka) is a village situated in the Sarthebari subdivision of Barpeta district, Assam. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palla, Sarthebari and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Barpeta. Dakhin Pub Paka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bamun Paka (Bamen Paka) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamun Paka (Bamen Paka) is 283260. The village covers a total geographical area of 217.46 hectares and falls under the 781307 pincode. Sarthebari is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Bamun Paka (Bamen Paka) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barpeta Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Bamun Paka (Bamen Paka)
As per Census 2011, Bamun Paka (Bamen Paka) village has a total population of 676 people, consisting of 355 males and 321 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 87 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 358 literate and 318 illiterate residents. Additionally, 444 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 82 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bamun Paka (Bamen Paka) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 676 | 355 | 321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 41 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 444 | 236 | 208 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 39 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 358 | 228 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 127 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Bamun Paka (Bamen Paka)
Bamun Paka (Bamen Paka) 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 Bamun Paka (Bamen Paka)
Bamun Paka (Bamen Paka) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Bamun Paka (Bamen Paka) has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sarthebari to Bamun Paka (Bamen Paka) is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barpeta to Bamun Paka (Bamen Paka) is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bamun Paka (Bamen Paka)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamun Paka (Bamen Paka) 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bamun Paka (Bamen Paka)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamun Paka (Bamen Paka) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bamun Paka (Bamen Paka)
Where is Bamun Paka (Bamen Paka) located?
Bamun Paka (Bamen Paka) village is located in Sarthebari Subdivision, Barpeta district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bamun Paka (Bamen Paka)?
The Gram Panchayat of Bamun Paka (Bamen Paka) is Dakhin Pub Paka.
What is the pincode of Bamun Paka (Bamen Paka)?
The pincode of Bamun Paka (Bamen Paka) is 781307.
What is the population of Bamun Paka (Bamen Paka)?
Bamun Paka (Bamen Paka) has a total population of 676, including 355 males and 321 females.
How many households are there in Bamun Paka (Bamen Paka)?
There are 130 households in Bamun Paka (Bamen Paka).
What is the literacy rate in Bamun Paka (Bamen Paka)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamun Paka (Bamen Paka) is 52.96%. Male literacy is 64.23% and female literacy is 40.50%.