Bahir Chilai - Jonai, Dhemaji
Bahir Chilai is a village situated in the Jonai subdivision of Dhemaji district, Assam. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jonai and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Dhemaji. Sille serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Bahir Chilai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahir Chilai is 289584. The village covers a total geographical area of 359.26 hectares and falls under the 787060 pincode. Pasighat is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Bahir Chilai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lakhimpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bahir Chilai
According to the 2011 Census, Bahir Chilai village had a total population of 464 people, including 244 males and 220 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.90%, with male literacy at 73.06% and female literacy at 49.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 459.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 464 | 244 | 220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 25 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 459 | 240 | 219 |
| Literate Population | 260 | 160 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 84 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Bahir Chilai
Bahir Chilai 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 Bahir Chilai
Bahir Chilai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Bahir Chilai has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pasighat to Bahir Chilai is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhemaji to Bahir Chilai is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahir Chilai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahir Chilai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bahir Chilai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahir Chilai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bahir Chilai
Where is Bahir Chilai located?
Bahir Chilai village is located in Jonai Subdivision, Dhemaji district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Bahir Chilai?
The Gaon Panchayat of Bahir Chilai is Sille.
What is the pincode of Bahir Chilai?
The pincode of Bahir Chilai is 787060.
What is the population of Bahir Chilai?
Bahir Chilai had a total population of 464, including 244 males and 220 females.
How many households are there in Bahir Chilai?
Bahir Chilai had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bahir Chilai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahir Chilai was 61.90%. Male literacy was 73.06% and female literacy was 49.75%.