Barkachua - Bilasipara Pt, Dhubri
Barkachua is a village situated in the Bilasipara Pt subdivision of Dhubri district, Assam. It is located approximately 24 km from Gossaigaon Of Kokrajhar District and around 54 km from Dhubri. Oxiguri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkachua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkachua is 280686. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.01 hectares and falls under the 783348 pincode. Gossaigaon is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Barkachua 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 Barkachua
According to the 2011 Census, Barkachua village had a total population of 829 people, including 431 males and 398 females, living in 182 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.40%, with male literacy at 67.02% and female literacy at 50.76%.
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 | 829 | 431 | 398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 58 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 417 | 250 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 412 | 181 | 231 |
Nearby Villages of Barkachua
Barkachua 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 Barkachua
Barkachua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Barkachua is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhubri to Barkachua is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkachua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkachua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barkachua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkachua 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barkachua
Where is Barkachua located?
Barkachua village is located in Bilasipara Pt Subdivision, Dhubri district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkachua?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkachua is Oxiguri.
What is the pincode of Barkachua?
The pincode of Barkachua is 783348.
What is the population of Barkachua?
Barkachua had a total population of 829, including 431 males and 398 females.
How many households are there in Barkachua?
Barkachua had 182 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkachua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkachua was 59.40%. Male literacy was 67.02% and female literacy was 50.76%.