Barchara - Dangtal Revenue Circle, Bongaigaon
Barchara is a village situated in the Dangtal Revenue Circle subdivision of Bongaigaon district, Assam. It is located approximately 18 km from Bongaigaon. Tilokgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barchara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barchara is 301775. The village covers a total geographical area of 203.68 hectares and falls under the 783384 pincode. Basugaon is the nearest town, located about 3.5 km away.
Barchara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bongaigaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barpeta Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barchara
As per Census 2011, Barchara village has a total population of 1,204 people, consisting of 612 males and 592 females. The village has 265 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 186 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 611 literate and 593 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 79 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barchara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,204 | 612 | 592 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 87 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 38 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 611 | 362 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 593 | 250 | 343 |
Nearby Villages of Barchara
Barchara 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 Barchara
Barchara 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 Barchara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Basugaon to Barchara is about 3.5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bongaigaon to Barchara is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barchara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barchara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barchara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barchara 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 Barchara
Where is Barchara located?
Barchara village is located in Dangtal Revenue Circle Subdivision, Bongaigaon district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barchara?
The Gram Panchayat of Barchara is Tilokgaon.
What is the pincode of Barchara?
The pincode of Barchara is 783384.
What is the population of Barchara?
Barchara has a total population of 1,204, including 612 males and 592 females.
How many households are there in Barchara?
There are 265 households in Barchara.
What is the literacy rate in Barchara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barchara is 50.75%. Male literacy is 59.15% and female literacy is 42.06%.