Balama Guri - Helem, Biswanath
Balama Guri is a village situated in the Helem subdivision of Biswanath district, Assam. It is located approximately 119 km from Tezpur. Amtola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balama Guri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balama Guri is 286973. The village covers a total geographical area of 163.09 hectares and falls under the 784172 pincode.
Balama Guri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Balama Guri
As per Census 2011, Balama Guri village has a total population of 905 people, consisting of 443 males and 462 females. The village has 212 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 685 literate and 220 illiterate residents. Additionally, 305 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balama Guri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 905 | 443 | 462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 55 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 305 | 145 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 685 | 354 | 331 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 89 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Balama Guri
Balama Guri 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 Balama Guri
Balama Guri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Balama Guri is about 119 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balama Guri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balama Guri 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balama Guri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balama Guri 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 Balama Guri
Where is Balama Guri located?
Balama Guri village is located in Helem Subdivision, Biswanath district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balama Guri?
The Gram Panchayat of Balama Guri is Amtola.
What is the pincode of Balama Guri?
The pincode of Balama Guri is 784172.
What is the population of Balama Guri?
Balama Guri has a total population of 905, including 443 males and 462 females.
How many households are there in Balama Guri?
There are 212 households in Balama Guri.
What is the literacy rate in Balama Guri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balama Guri is 75.69%. Male literacy is 79.91% and female literacy is 71.65%.