Badal Pathar - Gohpur, Biswanath
Badal Pathar is a village situated in the Gohpur subdivision of Biswanath district, Assam. Solengiguri serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Badal Pathar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badal Pathar is 287156. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.04 hectares and falls under the 784168 pincode. Gohpur is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Badal Pathar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gohpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sonitpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badal Pathar
According to the 2011 Census, Badal Pathar village had a total population of 720 people, including 358 males and 362 females, living in 156 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.84%, with male literacy at 90.97% and female literacy at 79.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 109.
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 | 720 | 358 | 362 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 48 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 58 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 543 | 282 | 261 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 76 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Badal Pathar
Badal Pathar 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 Badal Pathar
Badal Pathar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Badal Pathar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gohpur to Badal Pathar is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tezpur to Badal Pathar is about 147 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badal Pathar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badal Pathar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badal Pathar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badal Pathar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badal Pathar
Where is Badal Pathar located?
Badal Pathar village is located in Gohpur Subdivision, Biswanath district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Badal Pathar?
The Gaon Panchayat of Badal Pathar is Solengiguri.
What is the pincode of Badal Pathar?
The pincode of Badal Pathar is 784168.
What is the population of Badal Pathar?
Badal Pathar had a total population of 720, including 358 males and 362 females.
How many households are there in Badal Pathar?
Badal Pathar had 156 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badal Pathar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badal Pathar was 84.84%. Male literacy was 90.97% and female literacy was 79.09%.