Balirbond - Katigora, Cachar
Balirbond is a village situated in the Katigora subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 350 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katigora and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Gobindapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balirbond village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balirbond is 298953. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.3 hectares and falls under the 788115 pincode. Badarpur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Balirbond village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katigorah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balirbond
As per Census 2011, Balirbond village has a total population of 304 people, consisting of 157 males and 147 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 163 literate and 141 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balirbond are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 304 | 157 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 45 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 98 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 59 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Balirbond
Balirbond 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 Balirbond
Public transport in the Balirbond is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Balirbond.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badarpur to Balirbond is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Balirbond is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balirbond
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balirbond village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Balirbond
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balirbond 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 Balirbond
Where is Balirbond located?
Balirbond village is located in Katigora Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balirbond?
The Gram Panchayat of Balirbond is Gobindapur.
What is the pincode of Balirbond?
The pincode of Balirbond is 788115.
What is the population of Balirbond?
Balirbond has a total population of 304, including 157 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Balirbond?
There are 66 households in Balirbond.
What is the literacy rate in Balirbond?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balirbond is 53.62%. Male literacy is 62.42% and female literacy is 44.22%.