Bacha Gaon - Bokakhat, Golaghat
Bacha Gaon is a village situated in the Bokakhat subdivision of Golaghat district, Assam. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bokakhat and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Golaghat. Madhya Kaziranga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bacha Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bacha Gaon is 294181. The village covers a total geographical area of 287.31 hectares and falls under the 785615 pincode. Bokakhat is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Bacha Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bacha Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bacha Gaon village had a total population of 1,401 people, including 693 males and 708 females, living in 321 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.97%, with male literacy at 87.48% and female literacy at 76.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 1,401 | 693 | 708 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 78 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,023 | 538 | 485 |
| Illiterate Population | 378 | 155 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Bacha Gaon
Bacha Gaon 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 Bacha Gaon
Bacha Gaon 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 Bokakhat to Bacha Gaon is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Golaghat to Bacha Gaon is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bacha Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bacha Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bacha Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bacha Gaon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bacha Gaon
Where is Bacha Gaon located?
Bacha Gaon village is located in Bokakhat Subdivision, Golaghat district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bacha Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bacha Gaon is Madhya Kaziranga.
What is the pincode of Bacha Gaon?
The pincode of Bacha Gaon is 785615.
What is the population of Bacha Gaon?
Bacha Gaon had a total population of 1,401, including 693 males and 708 females.
How many households are there in Bacha Gaon?
Bacha Gaon had 321 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bacha Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bacha Gaon was 81.97%. Male literacy was 87.48% and female literacy was 76.62%.