Batabari - Balijana, Goalpara
Batabari is a village situated in the Balijana subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balijana and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Goalpara. Ambari-markula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Batabari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batabari is 282092. The village covers a total geographical area of 632.2 hectares and falls under the 783120 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Batabari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Goalpara West Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gauhati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Batabari
According to the 2011 Census, Batabari village had a total population of 7,704 people, including 3,963 males and 3,741 females, living in 1,568 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.15%, with male literacy at 62.73% and female literacy at 55.36%.
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 | 7,704 | 3,963 | 3,741 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,422 | 730 | 692 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,716 | 2,028 | 1,688 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,988 | 1,935 | 2,053 |
Nearby Villages of Batabari
Batabari 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 Batabari
Batabari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Lakhipur to Batabari is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Goalpara to Batabari is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batabari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batabari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Batabari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batabari 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Batabari
Where is Batabari located?
Batabari village is located in Balijana Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batabari?
The Gram Panchayat of Batabari is Ambari-markula.
What is the pincode of Batabari?
The pincode of Batabari is 783120.
What is the population of Batabari?
Batabari had a total population of 7,704, including 3,963 males and 3,741 females.
How many households are there in Batabari?
Batabari had 1,568 households.
What is the literacy rate in Batabari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batabari was 59.15%. Male literacy was 62.73% and female literacy was 55.36%.