Barhoiting Gaon - Sissibargaon, Dhemaji
Barhoiting Gaon is a village situated in the Sissibargaon subdivision of Dhemaji district, Assam. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sissibargaon and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Dhemaji. Sripani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barhoiting Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barhoiting Gaon is 288872. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.6 hectares and falls under the 787110 pincode. Dhemaji is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Barhoiting 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 Barhoiting Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Barhoiting Gaon village had a total population of 151 people, including 80 males and 71 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.67%, with male literacy at 94.20% and female literacy at 88.89%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 151 | 80 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 65 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 15 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Barhoiting Gaon
Barhoiting 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 Barhoiting Gaon
Barhoiting Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Barhoiting Gaon.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhemaji to Barhoiting Gaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barhoiting Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barhoiting Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barhoiting 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 Barhoiting Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barhoiting Gaon
Where is Barhoiting Gaon located?
Barhoiting Gaon village is located in Sissibargaon Subdivision, Dhemaji district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barhoiting Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Barhoiting Gaon is Sripani.
What is the pincode of Barhoiting Gaon?
The pincode of Barhoiting Gaon is 787110.
What is the population of Barhoiting Gaon?
Barhoiting Gaon had a total population of 151, including 80 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Barhoiting Gaon?
Barhoiting Gaon had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barhoiting Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barhoiting Gaon was 91.67%. Male literacy was 94.20% and female literacy was 88.89%.