Balijan Ban Gaon - Helem, Biswanath
Balijan Ban Gaon is a village situated in the Helem subdivision of Biswanath district, Assam. It is located approximately 135 km from Tezpur. Balijan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balijan Ban Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balijan Ban Gaon is 287118. The village covers a total geographical area of 327 hectares and falls under the 784171 pincode.
Balijan Ban 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 Behali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sonitpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balijan Ban Gaon
As per Census 2011, Balijan Ban Gaon village has a total population of 1,681 people, consisting of 837 males and 844 females. The village has 321 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 266 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 897 literate and 784 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,145 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balijan Ban Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,681 | 837 | 844 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 266 | 136 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,145 | 563 | 582 |
| Literate Population | 897 | 495 | 402 |
| Illiterate Population | 784 | 342 | 442 |
Nearby Villages of Balijan Ban Gaon
Balijan Ban 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 Balijan Ban Gaon
Balijan Ban Gaon 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 Balijan Ban Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Tezpur to Balijan Ban Gaon is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balijan Ban Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balijan Ban Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Balijan Ban 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 Balijan Ban Gaon 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 Balijan Ban Gaon
Where is Balijan Ban Gaon located?
Balijan Ban Gaon village is located in Helem Subdivision, Biswanath district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balijan Ban Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Balijan Ban Gaon is Balijan.
What is the pincode of Balijan Ban Gaon?
The pincode of Balijan Ban Gaon is 784171.
What is the population of Balijan Ban Gaon?
Balijan Ban Gaon has a total population of 1,681, including 837 males and 844 females.
How many households are there in Balijan Ban Gaon?
There are 321 households in Balijan Ban Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Balijan Ban Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balijan Ban Gaon is 53.36%. Male literacy is 59.14% and female literacy is 47.63%.