Barpothar - Sonari, Charaideo
Barpothar is a village situated in the Sonari subdivision of Charaideo district, Assam. It is located approximately 8 km from Sonari and around 55 km from Sivasagar. Suffry serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barpothar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barpothar is 292999. The village covers a total geographical area of 612 hectares and falls under the 785689 pincode. Sonari is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Barpothar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahmora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barpothar
As per Census 2011, Barpothar village has a total population of 3,439 people, consisting of 1,783 males and 1,656 females. The village has 734 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 433 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,540 literate and 899 illiterate residents. Additionally, 554 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barpothar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,439 | 1,783 | 1,656 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 433 | 230 | 203 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 554 | 285 | 269 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,540 | 1,395 | 1,145 |
| Illiterate Population | 899 | 388 | 511 |
Nearby Villages of Barpothar
Barpothar 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 Barpothar
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Barpothar. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Barpothar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonari to Barpothar is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Barpothar 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 Barpothar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barpothar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barpothar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barpothar 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 Barpothar
Where is Barpothar located?
Barpothar village is located in Sonari Subdivision, Charaideo district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barpothar?
The Gram Panchayat of Barpothar is Suffry.
What is the pincode of Barpothar?
The pincode of Barpothar is 785689.
What is the population of Barpothar?
Barpothar has a total population of 3,439, including 1,783 males and 1,656 females.
How many households are there in Barpothar?
There are 734 households in Barpothar.
What is the literacy rate in Barpothar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barpothar is 73.86%. Male literacy is 78.24% and female literacy is 69.14%.