Biskhowa Pt.I - Agamoni, Dhubri
Biskhowa Pt.I is a village situated in the Agamoni subdivision of Dhubri district, Assam. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sernagar, Agamoni and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Dhubri. Bishkhowa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biskhowa Pt.I village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biskhowa Pt.I is 280768. The village covers a total geographical area of 163.54 hectares and falls under the 783335 pincode. Gauripur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Biskhowa Pt.I village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Golokganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Biskhowa Pt.I
As per Census 2011, Biskhowa Pt.I village has a total population of 913 people, consisting of 477 males and 436 females. The village has 211 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 127 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 607 literate and 306 illiterate residents. Additionally, 124 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Biskhowa Pt.I are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 913 | 477 | 436 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 71 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 61 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 607 | 335 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 306 | 142 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Biskhowa Pt.I
Biskhowa Pt.I 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 Biskhowa Pt.I
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Biskhowa Pt.I. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Biskhowa Pt.I.
| 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 Gauripur to Biskhowa Pt.I is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhubri to Biskhowa Pt.I is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biskhowa Pt.I
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biskhowa Pt.I village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Biskhowa Pt.I
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biskhowa Pt.I village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Biskhowa Pt.I
Where is Biskhowa Pt.I located?
Biskhowa Pt.I village is located in Agamoni Subdivision, Dhubri district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biskhowa Pt.I?
The Gram Panchayat of Biskhowa Pt.I is Bishkhowa.
What is the pincode of Biskhowa Pt.I?
The pincode of Biskhowa Pt.I is 783335.
What is the population of Biskhowa Pt.I?
Biskhowa Pt.I has a total population of 913, including 477 males and 436 females.
How many households are there in Biskhowa Pt.I?
There are 211 households in Biskhowa Pt.I.
What is the literacy rate in Biskhowa Pt.I?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biskhowa Pt.I is 66.48%. Male literacy is 70.23% and female literacy is 62.39%.