Naharani Balijan - Sissibargaon, Dhemaji
Naharani Balijan is a village situated in the Sissibargaon subdivision of Dhemaji district, Assam. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sissibargaon and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Dhemaji. Dimow serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naharani Balijan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naharani Balijan is 289072. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.36 hectares and falls under the 787059 pincode. Silapathar is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Naharani Balijan 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 Naharani Balijan
As per Census 2011, Naharani Balijan village has a total population of 493 people, consisting of 251 males and 242 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 370 literate and 123 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naharani Balijan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 493 | 251 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 25 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 370 | 213 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 38 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Naharani Balijan
Naharani Balijan 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 Naharani Balijan
Naharani Balijan 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 Naharani Balijan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Naharani Balijan is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhemaji to Naharani Balijan is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naharani Balijan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naharani Balijan 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 Naharani Balijan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naharani Balijan 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 Naharani Balijan
Where is Naharani Balijan located?
Naharani Balijan village is located in Sissibargaon Subdivision, Dhemaji district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naharani Balijan?
The Gram Panchayat of Naharani Balijan is Dimow.
What is the pincode of Naharani Balijan?
The pincode of Naharani Balijan is 787059.
What is the population of Naharani Balijan?
Naharani Balijan has a total population of 493, including 251 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Naharani Balijan?
There are 84 households in Naharani Balijan.
What is the literacy rate in Naharani Balijan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naharani Balijan is 75.05%. Male literacy is 84.86% and female literacy is 64.88%.