Ballimari - Bijni (Pt), Chirang
Ballimari is a village situated in the Bijni (Pt) subdivision of Chirang district, Assam. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijni and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Kajalgaon.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ballimari is 302226. The village covers a total geographical area of 294.5 hectares and falls under the 783392 pincode. Bijni is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Ballimari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Sidli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kokrajhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ballimari
As per Census 2011, Ballimari village has a total population of 2,869 people, consisting of 1,444 males and 1,425 females. The village has 580 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 546 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,135 literate and 1,734 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 255 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ballimari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,869 | 1,444 | 1,425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 546 | 280 | 266 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 255 | 122 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 1,135 | 602 | 533 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,734 | 842 | 892 |
Nearby Villages of Ballimari
Ballimari 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 Ballimari
Ballimari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bijni to Ballimari is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kajalgaon to Ballimari is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ballimari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ballimari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ballimari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ballimari 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ballimari
Where is Ballimari located?
Ballimari village is located in Bijni (Pt) Subdivision, Chirang district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of Ballimari?
The pincode of Ballimari is 783392.
What is the population of Ballimari?
Ballimari has a total population of 2,869, including 1,444 males and 1,425 females.
How many households are there in Ballimari?
There are 580 households in Ballimari.
What is the literacy rate in Ballimari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ballimari is 39.56%. Male literacy is 41.69% and female literacy is 37.40%.