Bari Chowa Gaon - Dergaon, Golaghat
Bari Chowa Gaon is a village situated in the Dergaon subdivision of Golaghat district, Assam. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dergaon and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Golaghat. Pachim Misamora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bari Chowa Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bari Chowa Gaon is 294377. The village covers a total geographical area of 247.48 hectares and falls under the 785614 pincode. Dergaon is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Bari Chowa Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khumtai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaziranga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bari Chowa Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bari Chowa Gaon village had a total population of 1,542 people, including 804 males and 738 females, living in 341 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.92%, with male literacy at 96.41% and female literacy at 89.24%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,542 | 804 | 738 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 80 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,312 | 698 | 614 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 106 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Bari Chowa Gaon
Bari Chowa 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 Bari Chowa Gaon
Public transport in the Bari Chowa Gaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Bari Chowa Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dergaon to Bari Chowa Gaon is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Golaghat to Bari Chowa Gaon is about 32 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 Bari Chowa Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bari Chowa Gaon 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bari Chowa 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 Bari Chowa Gaon 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bari Chowa Gaon
Where is Bari Chowa Gaon located?
Bari Chowa Gaon village is located in Dergaon Subdivision, Golaghat district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bari Chowa Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bari Chowa Gaon is Pachim Misamora.
What is the pincode of Bari Chowa Gaon?
The pincode of Bari Chowa Gaon is 785614.
What is the population of Bari Chowa Gaon?
Bari Chowa Gaon had a total population of 1,542, including 804 males and 738 females.
How many households are there in Bari Chowa Gaon?
Bari Chowa Gaon had 341 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bari Chowa Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bari Chowa Gaon was 92.92%. Male literacy was 96.41% and female literacy was 89.24%.