Bannyguri - Lakhipur, Goalpara
Bannyguri is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. It is located approximately 61 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Goalpara. Jaleswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bannyguri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bannyguri is 281830. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.59 hectares and falls under the 783132 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Bannyguri 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 Bannyguri
According to the 2011 Census, Bannyguri village had a total population of 2,601 people, including 1,321 males and 1,280 females, living in 540 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.27%, with male literacy at 69.12% and female literacy at 61.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 77.
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 | 2,601 | 1,321 | 1,280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 479 | 249 | 230 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 34 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,385 | 741 | 644 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,216 | 580 | 636 |
Nearby Villages of Bannyguri
Bannyguri 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 Bannyguri
Bannyguri 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 | 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 Lakhipur to Bannyguri is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Goalpara to Bannyguri is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bannyguri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bannyguri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bannyguri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bannyguri 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bannyguri
Where is Bannyguri located?
Bannyguri village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bannyguri?
The Gram Panchayat of Bannyguri is Jaleswar.
What is the pincode of Bannyguri?
The pincode of Bannyguri is 783132.
What is the population of Bannyguri?
Bannyguri had a total population of 2,601, including 1,321 males and 1,280 females.
How many households are there in Bannyguri?
Bannyguri had 540 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bannyguri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bannyguri was 65.27%. Male literacy was 69.12% and female literacy was 61.33%.