Barabond - Silchar, Cachar
Barabond is a village situated in the Silchar subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 429 km from Silchar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Subong serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barabond village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barabond is 299158. The village covers a total geographical area of 248.08 hectares and falls under the 788015 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Barabond village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Borkhola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barabond
As per Census 2011, Barabond village has a total population of 758 people, consisting of 368 males and 390 females. The village has 167 households and a sex ratio of 1,059 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 584 literate and 174 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 330 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barabond are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 758 | 368 | 390 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 39 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 330 | 158 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 584 | 295 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 73 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Barabond
Barabond 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 Barabond
Public transport in the Barabond is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silchar to Barabond is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barabond
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barabond village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Barabond
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barabond village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barabond
Where is Barabond located?
Barabond village is located in Silchar Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barabond?
The Gram Panchayat of Barabond is Subong.
What is the pincode of Barabond?
The pincode of Barabond is 788015.
What is the population of Barabond?
Barabond has a total population of 758, including 368 males and 390 females.
How many households are there in Barabond?
There are 167 households in Barabond.
What is the literacy rate in Barabond?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barabond is 77.04%. Male literacy is 80.16% and female literacy is 74.10%.