Bantana Gaon - Tengakhat, Dibrugarh
Bantana Gaon is a village situated in the Tengakhat subdivision of Dibrugarh district, Assam. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tengakhat and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Dibrugarh. Dharia Hatibandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bantana Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bantana Gaon is 291653. The village covers a total geographical area of 87 hectares and falls under the 786692 pincode. Duliajan is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Bantana Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dulijan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dibrugarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bantana Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bantana Gaon village had a total population of 98 people, including 50 males and 48 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 72.50% and female literacy at 60.98%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 88.
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 | 98 | 50 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 88 | 45 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 21 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Bantana Gaon
Bantana Gaon 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 Bantana Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bantana Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Duliajan to Bantana Gaon is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dibrugarh to Bantana Gaon 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 Bantana Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bantana Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bantana Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bantana Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bantana Gaon
Where is Bantana Gaon located?
Bantana Gaon village is located in Tengakhat Subdivision, Dibrugarh district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bantana Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bantana Gaon is Dharia Hatibandha.
What is the pincode of Bantana Gaon?
The pincode of Bantana Gaon is 786692.
What is the population of Bantana Gaon?
Bantana Gaon had a total population of 98, including 50 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Bantana Gaon?
Bantana Gaon had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bantana Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bantana Gaon was 66.67%. Male literacy was 72.50% and female literacy was 60.98%.