Biswambarpur - Katigora, Cachar
Biswambarpur 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 41 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Kushiarkul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biswambarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biswambarpur is 298997. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.77 hectares and falls under the 788115 pincode. Badarpur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Biswambarpur 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 Biswambarpur
As per Census 2011, Biswambarpur village has a total population of 1,703 people, consisting of 889 males and 814 females. The village has 360 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 289 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,172 literate and 531 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,157 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Biswambarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,703 | 889 | 814 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 289 | 163 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,157 | 610 | 547 |
| Literate Population | 1,172 | 633 | 539 |
| Illiterate Population | 531 | 256 | 275 |
Nearby Villages of Biswambarpur
Biswambarpur 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 Biswambarpur
Biswambarpur 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 Badarpur to Biswambarpur is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Biswambarpur is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biswambarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biswambarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Biswambarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biswambarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Biswambarpur
Where is Biswambarpur located?
Biswambarpur village is located in Katigora Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biswambarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Biswambarpur is Kushiarkul.
What is the pincode of Biswambarpur?
The pincode of Biswambarpur is 788115.
What is the population of Biswambarpur?
Biswambarpur has a total population of 1,703, including 889 males and 814 females.
How many households are there in Biswambarpur?
There are 360 households in Biswambarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Biswambarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biswambarpur is 68.82%. Male literacy is 71.20% and female literacy is 66.22%.