Barbali - Doboka, Hojai
Barbali is a village situated in the Doboka subdivision of Hojai district, Assam. It is located approximately 60 km from Nagaon. Barbali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barbali is 285279. The village covers a total geographical area of 312.36 hectares and falls under the 782439 pincode. Howraghat is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Barbali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamunamukh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barbali
As per Census 2011, Barbali village has a total population of 3,506 people, consisting of 1,793 males and 1,713 females. The village has 585 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 649 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,269 literate and 1,237 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barbali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,506 | 1,793 | 1,713 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 649 | 313 | 336 |
| Literate Population | 2,269 | 1,266 | 1,003 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,237 | 527 | 710 |
Nearby Villages of Barbali
Barbali 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 Barbali
Barbali is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Howraghat to Barbali is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaon to Barbali is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barbali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barbali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barbali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barbali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barbali
Where is Barbali located?
Barbali village is located in Doboka Subdivision, Hojai district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barbali?
Barbali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barbali?
The pincode of Barbali is 782439.
What is the population of Barbali?
Barbali has a total population of 3,506, including 1,793 males and 1,713 females.
How many households are there in Barbali?
There are 585 households in Barbali.
What is the literacy rate in Barbali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barbali is 64.72%. Male literacy is 70.61% and female literacy is 58.55%.