Barnagar
Barnagar is a Town and Subdivision in Chirang District of Assam. In India, a subdivision is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Barnagar Block (CD) is 02018. The total area of Barnagar Subdivision is 47 km². Barnagar has a sex ratio of approximately 997 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Barnagar Subdivision
Barnagar Subdivision has a total of 8 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Barnagar Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bagidwara | N/A | Bijni (35 km) |
| 2 | Bhangnamari | N/A | Bijni (35 km) |
| 3 | Bhatarmari | N/A | Bijni (35 km) |
| 4 | Dimajuli | N/A | Bijni (35 km) |
| 5 | Kahitama N C | N/A | Sarbhog (32 km) |
| 6 | Niz Damugaon | N/A | Bijni (35 km) |
| 7 | Tekiamari | N/A | Bijni (35 km) |
| 8 | Uttar Burikhamar | N/A | Sorbhog (15 km) |
Population of Barnagar Subdivision
The population profile of Barnagar Subdivision offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Barnagar Subdivision's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,500 | 9,500 | N/A |
| Male Population | 4,756 | 4,756 | N/A |
| Female Population | 4,744 | 4,744 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 33,741 | 27,699 | 6,042 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 17,289 | 14,161 | 3,128 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 16,452 | 13,538 | 2,914 |
| Literate Population | 1,42,955 | 97,488 | 45,467 |
| Literate Male Population | 78,119 | 53,399 | 24,720 |
| Literate Female Population | 64,836 | 44,089 | 20,747 |
| Illiterate Population | 91,280 | 76,763 | 14,517 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 41,807 | 35,459 | 6,348 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 49,473 | 41,304 | 8,169 |
| Total Households | 1,974 | 1,974 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 9,500 people. Includes nearly 4,756 males and 4,744 females. Rural population is about 9,500 people.
- There are around 33,741 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 17,289 boys and 16,452 girls.
- Literate population is about 1,42,955 people. Non-literate population is around 91,280 people.
- There are nearly 1,974 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Barnagar Subdivision, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 17,283 | 8,924 | 8,359 |
| SC Male Population | 9,080 | 4,660 | 4,420 |
| SC Female Population | 8,203 | 4,264 | 3,939 |
| Total ST Population | 3,988 | 2,939 | 1,049 |
| ST Male Population | 1,936 | 1,449 | 487 |
| ST Female Population | 2,052 | 1,490 | 562 |
| Population Density | 1,057 / km² | 824 / km² | 5,904 / km² |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Barnagar Subdivision is approximately 17,283 people, including 9,080 males and 8,203 females. Around 8,924 people live in rural parts. Nearly 8,359 people reside in urban areas.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Barnagar Subdivision is about 3,988 people, including 1,936 males and 2,052 females. Around 2,939 live in villages or rural parts. Nearly 1,049 live in towns or urban regions.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 1,057 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 824 people per sq. km, urban areas record nearly 5,904 people per sq. km.