Burigaon (Budigaon) - Doboka, Hojai
Burigaon (Budigaon) is a village situated in the Doboka subdivision of Hojai district, Assam. It is located approximately 2 km from Doboka and around 39 km from Nagaon. Sutargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Burigaon (Budigaon) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Burigaon (Budigaon) is 285225. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.34 hectares and falls under the 782439 pincode. Doboka is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Burigaon (Budigaon) 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 Burigaon (Budigaon)
According to the 2011 Census, Burigaon (Budigaon) village had a total population of 1,665 people, including 816 males and 849 females, living in 288 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.80%, with male literacy at 71.43% and female literacy at 66.27%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 23.
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 | 1,665 | 816 | 849 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 338 | 165 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 913 | 465 | 448 |
| Illiterate Population | 752 | 351 | 401 |
Nearby Villages of Burigaon (Budigaon)
Burigaon (Budigaon) 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 Burigaon (Budigaon)
Burigaon (Budigaon) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Doboka to Burigaon (Budigaon) is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaon to Burigaon (Budigaon) is about 39 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 Burigaon (Budigaon)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Burigaon (Budigaon) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Burigaon (Budigaon)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Burigaon (Budigaon) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Burigaon (Budigaon)
Where is Burigaon (Budigaon) located?
Burigaon (Budigaon) village is located in Doboka Subdivision, Hojai district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Burigaon (Budigaon)?
The Gram Panchayat of Burigaon (Budigaon) is Sutargaon.
What is the pincode of Burigaon (Budigaon)?
The pincode of Burigaon (Budigaon) is 782439.
What is the population of Burigaon (Budigaon)?
Burigaon (Budigaon) had a total population of 1,665, including 816 males and 849 females.
How many households are there in Burigaon (Budigaon)?
Burigaon (Budigaon) had 288 households.
What is the literacy rate in Burigaon (Budigaon)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Burigaon (Budigaon) was 68.80%. Male literacy was 71.43% and female literacy was 66.27%.