Bam Gaon - Biswanath
Bam Gaon is a village situated in the Biswanath subdivision of Biswanath district, Assam. Burigang Erabari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bam Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bam Gaon is 286646. The village covers a total geographical area of 214.73 hectares and falls under the 784176 pincode.
Bam 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 Biswanath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sonitpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bam Gaon
As per Census 2011, Bam Gaon village has a total population of 664 people, consisting of 344 males and 320 females. The village has 153 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 582 literate and 82 illiterate residents. Additionally, 83 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bam Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 664 | 344 | 320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 41 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 582 | 307 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 37 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Bam Gaon
Bam 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 Bam Gaon
Bam Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Tezpur to Bam Gaon is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bam Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bam Gaon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bam 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 Bam Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bam Gaon
Where is Bam Gaon located?
Bam Gaon village is located in Biswanath Subdivision, Biswanath district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bam Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bam Gaon is Burigang Erabari.
What is the pincode of Bam Gaon?
The pincode of Bam Gaon is 784176.
What is the population of Bam Gaon?
Bam Gaon has a total population of 664, including 344 males and 320 females.
How many households are there in Bam Gaon?
There are 153 households in Bam Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Bam Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bam Gaon is 87.65%. Male literacy is 89.24% and female literacy is 85.94%.