Balarchar - Srijangram, Bongaigaon
Balarchar is a village situated in the Srijangram subdivision of Bongaigaon district, Assam. Balarchar Matraghola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balarchar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balarchar is 301536. The village covers a total geographical area of 167.75 hectares and falls under the 783383 pincode. Abhayapuri is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Balarchar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Abhayapuri North Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barpeta Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balarchar
As per Census 2011, Balarchar village has a total population of 2,608 people, consisting of 1,335 males and 1,273 females. The village has 575 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 563 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 885 literate and 1,723 illiterate residents. Additionally, 304 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balarchar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,608 | 1,335 | 1,273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 563 | 297 | 266 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 304 | 153 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 885 | 490 | 395 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,723 | 845 | 878 |
Nearby Villages of Balarchar
Balarchar 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 Balarchar
Balarchar 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Abhayapuri to Balarchar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bongaigaon to Balarchar is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balarchar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balarchar 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 Balarchar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balarchar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balarchar
Where is Balarchar located?
Balarchar village is located in Srijangram Subdivision, Bongaigaon district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balarchar?
The Gram Panchayat of Balarchar is Balarchar Matraghola.
What is the pincode of Balarchar?
The pincode of Balarchar is 783383.
What is the population of Balarchar?
Balarchar has a total population of 2,608, including 1,335 males and 1,273 females.
How many households are there in Balarchar?
There are 575 households in Balarchar.
What is the literacy rate in Balarchar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balarchar is 33.93%. Male literacy is 36.70% and female literacy is 31.03%.