Bamun Panikhowa - Matia, Goalpara
Bamun Panikhowa is a village situated in the Matia subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Matia and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Goalpara. Zira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bamun Panikhowa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamun Panikhowa is 282391. The village covers a total geographical area of 773.97 hectares and falls under the 783126 pincode. Goalpara is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Bamun Panikhowa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gauhati East Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gauhati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bamun Panikhowa
As per Census 2011, Bamun Panikhowa village has a total population of 5,289 people, consisting of 2,693 males and 2,596 females. The village has 936 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 824 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,435 literate and 1,854 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,031 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bamun Panikhowa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,289 | 2,693 | 2,596 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 824 | 423 | 401 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,031 | 1,018 | 1,013 |
| Literate Population | 3,435 | 1,822 | 1,613 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,854 | 871 | 983 |
Nearby Villages of Bamun Panikhowa
Bamun Panikhowa 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 Bamun Panikhowa
Bamun Panikhowa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Goalpara to Bamun Panikhowa is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bamun Panikhowa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamun Panikhowa 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 Bamun Panikhowa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamun Panikhowa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bamun Panikhowa
Where is Bamun Panikhowa located?
Bamun Panikhowa village is located in Matia Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bamun Panikhowa?
The Gram Panchayat of Bamun Panikhowa is Zira.
What is the pincode of Bamun Panikhowa?
The pincode of Bamun Panikhowa is 783126.
What is the population of Bamun Panikhowa?
Bamun Panikhowa has a total population of 5,289, including 2,693 males and 2,596 females.
How many households are there in Bamun Panikhowa?
There are 936 households in Bamun Panikhowa.
What is the literacy rate in Bamun Panikhowa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamun Panikhowa is 64.95%. Male literacy is 67.66% and female literacy is 62.13%.