Barijan - Sarupathar, Golaghat
Barijan is a village situated in the Sarupathar subdivision of Golaghat district, Assam. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sarupathar and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Golaghat. Silonijan serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Barijan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barijan is 294966. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.3 hectares and falls under the 785602 pincode. Sarupathar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Barijan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head.
Population of Barijan
According to the 2011 Census, Barijan village had a total population of 400 people, including 205 males and 195 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.84%, with male literacy at 84.66% and female literacy at 62.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 126.
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 | 400 | 205 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 68 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 149 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 56 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Barijan
Barijan 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 Barijan
Public transport in the Barijan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sarupathar to Barijan is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Golaghat to Barijan is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barijan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barijan 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 Barijan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barijan 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barijan
Where is Barijan located?
Barijan village is located in Sarupathar Subdivision, Golaghat district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Barijan?
The Gaon Panchayat of Barijan is Silonijan.
What is the pincode of Barijan?
The pincode of Barijan is 785602.
What is the population of Barijan?
Barijan had a total population of 400, including 205 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Barijan?
Barijan had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barijan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barijan was 73.84%. Male literacy was 84.66% and female literacy was 62.50%.