Choto Barjana - Srijangram, Bongaigaon
Choto Barjana is a village situated in the Srijangram subdivision of Bongaigaon district, Assam. Borjana serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Choto Barjana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Choto Barjana is 301659. The village covers a total geographical area of 302.26 hectares and falls under the 783382 pincode. Abhayapuri is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Choto Barjana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President 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 Choto Barjana
According to the 2011 Census, Choto Barjana village had a total population of 2,169 people, including 1,094 males and 1,075 females, living in 359 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.31%, with male literacy at 41.15% and female literacy at 39.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 2,169 | 1,094 | 1,075 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 539 | 258 | 281 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 657 | 344 | 313 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,512 | 750 | 762 |
Nearby Villages of Choto Barjana
Choto Barjana 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 Choto Barjana
Choto Barjana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Choto Barjana has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Abhayapuri to Choto Barjana is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bongaigaon to Choto Barjana is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Choto Barjana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Choto Barjana 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 Choto Barjana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Choto Barjana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Choto Barjana
Where is Choto Barjana located?
Choto Barjana village is located in Srijangram Subdivision, Bongaigaon district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Choto Barjana?
The Gaon Panchayat of Choto Barjana is Borjana.
What is the pincode of Choto Barjana?
The pincode of Choto Barjana is 783382.
What is the population of Choto Barjana?
Choto Barjana had a total population of 2,169, including 1,094 males and 1,075 females.
How many households are there in Choto Barjana?
Choto Barjana had 359 households.
What is the literacy rate in Choto Barjana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choto Barjana was 40.31%. Male literacy was 41.15% and female literacy was 39.42%.