Banto Gaon - Jonai, Dhemaji
Banto Gaon is a village situated in the Jonai subdivision of Dhemaji district, Assam. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jonai and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Dhemaji. Somkong serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banto Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banto Gaon is 289294. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.29 hectares and falls under the 787060 pincode. Silapathar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Banto Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Banto Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Banto Gaon village had a total population of 256 people, including 132 males and 124 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.38%, with male literacy at 93.04% and female literacy at 78.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 256 | 132 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 17 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 107 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 25 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Banto Gaon
Banto Gaon 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 Banto Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Banto Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Silapathar to Banto Gaon is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhemaji to Banto Gaon 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 Banto Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banto Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Banto Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banto Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Banto Gaon
Where is Banto Gaon located?
Banto Gaon village is located in Jonai Subdivision, Dhemaji district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banto Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Banto Gaon is Somkong.
What is the pincode of Banto Gaon?
The pincode of Banto Gaon is 787060.
What is the population of Banto Gaon?
Banto Gaon had a total population of 256, including 132 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Banto Gaon?
Banto Gaon had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banto Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banto Gaon was 86.38%. Male literacy was 93.04% and female literacy was 78.57%.