Balia Chapori - Golaghat
Balia Chapori is a village situated in the Golaghat subdivision of Golaghat district, Assam. It is located approximately 45 km from Golaghat, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Kachamari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balia Chapori village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balia Chapori is 294671. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 785705 pincode. Merapani is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Balia Chapori village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Golaghat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaziranga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balia Chapori
According to the 2011 Census, Balia Chapori village had a total population of 658 people, including 329 males and 329 females, living in 139 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.45%, with male literacy at 90.79% and female literacy at 86.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 601.
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 | 658 | 329 | 329 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 25 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 601 | 297 | 304 |
| Literate Population | 536 | 276 | 260 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 53 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Balia Chapori
Balia Chapori 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 Balia Chapori
Balia Chapori is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Balia Chapori.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Merapani to Balia Chapori is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Golaghat to Balia Chapori is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balia Chapori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balia Chapori 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 Balia Chapori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balia Chapori village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balia Chapori
Where is Balia Chapori located?
Balia Chapori village is located in Golaghat Subdivision, Golaghat district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balia Chapori?
The Gram Panchayat of Balia Chapori is Kachamari.
What is the pincode of Balia Chapori?
The pincode of Balia Chapori is 785705.
What is the population of Balia Chapori?
Balia Chapori had a total population of 658, including 329 males and 329 females.
How many households are there in Balia Chapori?
Balia Chapori had 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balia Chapori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balia Chapori was 88.45%. Male literacy was 90.79% and female literacy was 86.09%.