Biswanath Town - Biswanath
Biswanath Town is a village situated in the Biswanath subdivision of Biswanath district, Assam. Biswanath Ghat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biswanath Town village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biswanath Town is 286694. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.29 hectares and falls under the 784176 pincode.
Biswanath Town 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 Biswanath Town
As per Census 2011, Biswanath Town village has a total population of 2,792 people, consisting of 1,392 males and 1,400 females. The village has 577 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 304 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,147 literate and 645 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,260 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Biswanath Town are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,792 | 1,392 | 1,400 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 304 | 131 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,260 | 1,131 | 1,129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 5 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 2,147 | 1,163 | 984 |
| Illiterate Population | 645 | 229 | 416 |
Nearby Villages of Biswanath Town
Biswanath Town 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 Biswanath Town
Biswanath Town is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Biswanath Town.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tezpur to Biswanath Town is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biswanath Town
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biswanath Town village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Biswanath Town
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biswanath Town 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 Biswanath Town
Where is Biswanath Town located?
Biswanath Town village is located in Biswanath Subdivision, Biswanath district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biswanath Town?
The Gram Panchayat of Biswanath Town is Biswanath Ghat.
What is the pincode of Biswanath Town?
The pincode of Biswanath Town is 784176.
What is the population of Biswanath Town?
Biswanath Town has a total population of 2,792, including 1,392 males and 1,400 females.
How many households are there in Biswanath Town?
There are 577 households in Biswanath Town.
What is the literacy rate in Biswanath Town?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biswanath Town is 76.90%. Male literacy is 83.55% and female literacy is 70.29%.