Besarkona - Lakhipur, Goalpara
Besarkona is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Goalpara. Pukhuripara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Besarkona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Besarkona is 281986. The village covers a total geographical area of 214.51 hectares and falls under the 783129 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Besarkona 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 Besarkona
As per Census 2011, Besarkona village has a total population of 778 people, consisting of 389 males and 389 females. The village has 164 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 424 literate and 354 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 501 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Besarkona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 778 | 389 | 389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 58 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 501 | 255 | 246 |
| Literate Population | 424 | 234 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 155 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Besarkona
Besarkona 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 Besarkona
Public transport in the Besarkona is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhipur to Besarkona is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Goalpara to Besarkona is about 60 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 Besarkona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Besarkona 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Besarkona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Besarkona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Besarkona
Where is Besarkona located?
Besarkona village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Besarkona?
The Gram Panchayat of Besarkona is Pukhuripara.
What is the pincode of Besarkona?
The pincode of Besarkona is 783129.
What is the population of Besarkona?
Besarkona has a total population of 778, including 389 males and 389 females.
How many households are there in Besarkona?
There are 164 households in Besarkona.
What is the literacy rate in Besarkona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Besarkona is 54.50%. Male literacy is 60.15% and female literacy is 48.84%.