Garo Bhat Khawa - Balijana, Goalpara
Garo Bhat Khawa is a village situated in the Balijana subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balijana and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Goalpara. Baguan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garo Bhat Khawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garo Bhat Khawa is 282103. The village covers a total geographical area of 147.26 hectares and falls under the 783129 pincode. Goalpara is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Garo Bhat Khawa 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 Garo Bhat Khawa
According to the 2011 Census, Garo Bhat Khawa village had a total population of 1,079 people, including 569 males and 510 females, living in 220 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.24%, with male literacy at 80.64% and female literacy at 69.04%.
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 | 1,079 | 569 | 510 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 68 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 705 | 404 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 374 | 165 | 209 |
Nearby Villages of Garo Bhat Khawa
Garo Bhat Khawa 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 Garo Bhat Khawa
Garo Bhat Khawa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Garo Bhat Khawa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Goalpara to Garo Bhat Khawa is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Goalpara to Garo Bhat Khawa is about 32 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 Garo Bhat Khawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garo Bhat Khawa 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Garo Bhat Khawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garo Bhat Khawa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Garo Bhat Khawa
Where is Garo Bhat Khawa located?
Garo Bhat Khawa village is located in Balijana Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garo Bhat Khawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Garo Bhat Khawa is Baguan.
What is the pincode of Garo Bhat Khawa?
The pincode of Garo Bhat Khawa is 783129.
What is the population of Garo Bhat Khawa?
Garo Bhat Khawa had a total population of 1,079, including 569 males and 510 females.
How many households are there in Garo Bhat Khawa?
Garo Bhat Khawa had 220 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garo Bhat Khawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garo Bhat Khawa was 75.24%. Male literacy was 80.64% and female literacy was 69.04%.