Barati Chuk - Sissibargaon, Dhemaji
Barati Chuk is a village situated in the Sissibargaon subdivision of Dhemaji district, Assam. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sissibargaon and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Dhemaji. Betonipam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barati Chuk village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barati Chuk is 288861. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.4 hectares and falls under the 787059 pincode. Silapathar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Barati Chuk 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 Barati Chuk
According to the 2011 Census, Barati Chuk village had a total population of 428 people, including 230 males and 198 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 861 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.06%, with male literacy at 95.24% and female literacy at 86.39%.
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 | 428 | 230 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 41 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 180 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 50 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Barati Chuk
Barati Chuk 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 Barati Chuk
Barati Chuk is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Barati Chuk.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silapathar to Barati Chuk is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhemaji to Barati Chuk is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barati Chuk
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barati Chuk village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Barati Chuk
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barati Chuk village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barati Chuk
Where is Barati Chuk located?
Barati Chuk village is located in Sissibargaon Subdivision, Dhemaji district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barati Chuk?
The Gram Panchayat of Barati Chuk is Betonipam.
What is the pincode of Barati Chuk?
The pincode of Barati Chuk is 787059.
What is the population of Barati Chuk?
Barati Chuk had a total population of 428, including 230 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Barati Chuk?
Barati Chuk had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barati Chuk?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barati Chuk was 91.06%. Male literacy was 95.24% and female literacy was 86.39%.