Barbaha (Borboha) - Lanka, Hojai
Barbaha (Borboha) is a village situated in the Lanka subdivision of Hojai district, Assam. It is located approximately 9 km from Lanka and around 55 km from Nagaon. No 1 Kaki Kandura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barbaha (Borboha) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barbaha (Borboha) is 285310. The village covers a total geographical area of 320.87 hectares and falls under the 782428 pincode. Lanka is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Barbaha (Borboha) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lumding Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaziranga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barbaha (Borboha)
As per Census 2011, Barbaha (Borboha) village has a total population of 908 people, consisting of 456 males and 452 females. The village has 162 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 106 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 669 literate and 239 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barbaha (Borboha) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 908 | 456 | 452 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 50 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 33 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 669 | 359 | 310 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 97 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Barbaha (Borboha)
Barbaha (Borboha) 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 Barbaha (Borboha)
Public transport in the Barbaha (Borboha) is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Barbaha (Borboha).
| 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 Lanka to Barbaha (Borboha) is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaon to Barbaha (Borboha) is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barbaha (Borboha)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barbaha (Borboha) 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 Barbaha (Borboha)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barbaha (Borboha) 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barbaha (Borboha)
Where is Barbaha (Borboha) located?
Barbaha (Borboha) village is located in Lanka Subdivision, Hojai district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barbaha (Borboha)?
The Gram Panchayat of Barbaha (Borboha) is No 1 Kaki Kandura.
What is the pincode of Barbaha (Borboha)?
The pincode of Barbaha (Borboha) is 782428.
What is the population of Barbaha (Borboha)?
Barbaha (Borboha) has a total population of 908, including 456 males and 452 females.
How many households are there in Barbaha (Borboha)?
There are 162 households in Barbaha (Borboha).
What is the literacy rate in Barbaha (Borboha)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barbaha (Borboha) is 73.68%. Male literacy is 78.73% and female literacy is 68.58%.