Halanga Char - Balijana, Goalpara
Halanga Char is a village situated in the Balijana subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. Ramhorirchar-khankhowa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Halanga Char village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Halanga Char is 282044. The village covers a total geographical area of 129.86 hectares and falls under the 783101 pincode. Goalpara is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Halanga Char village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Halanga Char
As per Census 2011, Halanga Char village has a total population of 276 people, consisting of 143 males and 133 females. The village has 37 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 68 literate and 208 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Halanga Char are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 276 | 143 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 36 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 41 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 102 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Halanga Char
Halanga Char 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 Halanga Char
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Halanga Char.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Goalpara to Halanga Char is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Goalpara to Halanga Char is about 190 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Halanga Char
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Halanga Char 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Halanga Char
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Halanga Char 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 Halanga Char
Where is Halanga Char located?
Halanga Char village is located in Balijana Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Halanga Char?
The Gram Panchayat of Halanga Char is Ramhorirchar-khankhowa.
What is the pincode of Halanga Char?
The pincode of Halanga Char is 783101.
What is the population of Halanga Char?
Halanga Char has a total population of 276, including 143 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Halanga Char?
There are 37 households in Halanga Char.
What is the literacy rate in Halanga Char?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Halanga Char is 24.64%. Male literacy is 28.67% and female literacy is 20.30%.