Barjan - Bilasipara Pt, Dhubri
Barjan is a village situated in the Bilasipara Pt subdivision of Dhubri district, Assam. It is located approximately 25 km from Gossaigaon Of Kokrajhar District and around 55 km from Dhubri. Dingdinga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barjan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barjan is 280687. The village covers a total geographical area of 263.97 hectares and falls under the 783348 pincode. Gossaigaon is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Barjan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gauripur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barjan
According to the 2011 Census, Barjan village had a total population of 2,763 people, including 1,392 males and 1,371 females, living in 557 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.16%, with male literacy at 55.47% and female literacy at 46.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 2,763 | 1,392 | 1,371 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 566 | 276 | 290 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,124 | 619 | 505 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,639 | 773 | 866 |
Nearby Villages of Barjan
Barjan 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 Barjan
Barjan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gossaigaon to Barjan is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhubri to Barjan is about 55 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 Barjan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barjan 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 Barjan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barjan 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barjan
Where is Barjan located?
Barjan village is located in Bilasipara Pt Subdivision, Dhubri district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barjan?
The Gram Panchayat of Barjan is Dingdinga.
What is the pincode of Barjan?
The pincode of Barjan is 783348.
What is the population of Barjan?
Barjan had a total population of 2,763, including 1,392 males and 1,371 females.
How many households are there in Barjan?
Barjan had 557 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barjan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barjan was 51.16%. Male literacy was 55.47% and female literacy was 46.72%.