Bali Dowar - Dergaon, Golaghat
Bali Dowar is a village situated in the Dergaon subdivision of Golaghat district, Assam. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dergaon and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Golaghat. Pachim Brahmaputra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bali Dowar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bali Dowar is 294365. The village covers a total geographical area of 375.95 hectares and falls under the 785703 pincode. Dergaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bali Dowar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dergaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaziranga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bali Dowar
As per Census 2011, Bali Dowar village has a total population of 869 people, consisting of 455 males and 414 females. The village has 203 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 655 literate and 214 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bali Dowar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 869 | 455 | 414 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 44 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 655 | 368 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 87 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Bali Dowar
Bali Dowar 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 Bali Dowar
Bali Dowar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Dergaon to Bali Dowar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Golaghat to Bali Dowar is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bali Dowar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bali Dowar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bali Dowar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bali Dowar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bali Dowar
Where is Bali Dowar located?
Bali Dowar village is located in Dergaon Subdivision, Golaghat district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bali Dowar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bali Dowar is Pachim Brahmaputra.
What is the pincode of Bali Dowar?
The pincode of Bali Dowar is 785703.
What is the population of Bali Dowar?
Bali Dowar has a total population of 869, including 455 males and 414 females.
How many households are there in Bali Dowar?
There are 203 households in Bali Dowar.
What is the literacy rate in Bali Dowar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bali Dowar is 75.37%. Male literacy is 80.88% and female literacy is 69.32%.