Bidyaratanpur - Sonai, Cachar
Bidyaratanpur is a village situated in the Sonai subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 386 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonai and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Mathurapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bidyaratanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bidyaratanpur is 299659. The village covers a total geographical area of 260.72 hectares and falls under the 788120 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Bidyaratanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dholai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bidyaratanpur
As per Census 2011, Bidyaratanpur village has a total population of 2,230 people, consisting of 1,115 males and 1,115 females. The village has 518 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 356 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,481 literate and 749 illiterate residents. Additionally, 550 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bidyaratanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,230 | 1,115 | 1,115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 356 | 160 | 196 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 550 | 281 | 269 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,481 | 801 | 680 |
| Illiterate Population | 749 | 314 | 435 |
Nearby Villages of Bidyaratanpur
Bidyaratanpur 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 Bidyaratanpur
Public transport in the Bidyaratanpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silchar to Bidyaratanpur is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bidyaratanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bidyaratanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bidyaratanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bidyaratanpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bidyaratanpur
Where is Bidyaratanpur located?
Bidyaratanpur village is located in Sonai Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bidyaratanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bidyaratanpur is Mathurapur.
What is the pincode of Bidyaratanpur?
The pincode of Bidyaratanpur is 788120.
What is the population of Bidyaratanpur?
Bidyaratanpur has a total population of 2,230, including 1,115 males and 1,115 females.
How many households are there in Bidyaratanpur?
There are 518 households in Bidyaratanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Bidyaratanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bidyaratanpur is 66.41%. Male literacy is 71.84% and female literacy is 60.99%.