Batua Miri - Sissibargaon, Dhemaji
Batua Miri is a village situated in the Sissibargaon subdivision of Dhemaji district, Assam. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sissibargaon and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Dhemaji. Borlung serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Batua Miri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batua Miri is 289036. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.67 hectares and falls under the 787110 pincode. Dhemaji is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Batua Miri 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 Batua Miri
According to the 2011 Census, Batua Miri village had a total population of 526 people, including 264 males and 262 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.86%, with male literacy at 61.57% and female literacy at 45.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 65, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 372.
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 | 526 | 264 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 35 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 372 | 188 | 184 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 141 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 123 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Batua Miri
Batua Miri 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 Batua Miri
Public transport in the Batua Miri is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhemaji to Batua Miri is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batua Miri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batua Miri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Batua Miri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batua Miri 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Batua Miri
Where is Batua Miri located?
Batua Miri village is located in Sissibargaon Subdivision, Dhemaji district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Batua Miri?
The Gaon Panchayat of Batua Miri is Borlung.
What is the pincode of Batua Miri?
The pincode of Batua Miri is 787110.
What is the population of Batua Miri?
Batua Miri had a total population of 526, including 264 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Batua Miri?
Batua Miri had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Batua Miri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batua Miri was 53.86%. Male literacy was 61.57% and female literacy was 45.98%.