Barjoha Gaon - Lanka, Hojai
Barjoha Gaon is a village situated in the Lanka subdivision of Hojai district, Assam. It is located approximately 4 km from Lanka and around 70 km from Nagaon. Paschim Odali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barjoha Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barjoha Gaon is 285343. The village covers a total geographical area of 275.76 hectares and falls under the 782428 pincode. Lanka is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Barjoha Gaon 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 Barjoha Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Barjoha Gaon village had a total population of 3,216 people, including 1,700 males and 1,516 females, living in 581 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.51%, with male literacy at 78.02% and female literacy at 66.38%.
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 | 3,216 | 1,700 | 1,516 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 546 | 294 | 252 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,936 | 1,097 | 839 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,280 | 603 | 677 |
Nearby Villages of Barjoha Gaon
Barjoha Gaon 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 Barjoha Gaon
Public transport in the Barjoha Gaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Barjoha Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lanka to Barjoha Gaon is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaon to Barjoha Gaon is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barjoha Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barjoha Gaon 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barjoha Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barjoha Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barjoha Gaon
Where is Barjoha Gaon located?
Barjoha Gaon village is located in Lanka Subdivision, Hojai district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barjoha Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Barjoha Gaon is Paschim Odali.
What is the pincode of Barjoha Gaon?
The pincode of Barjoha Gaon is 782428.
What is the population of Barjoha Gaon?
Barjoha Gaon had a total population of 3,216, including 1,700 males and 1,516 females.
How many households are there in Barjoha Gaon?
Barjoha Gaon had 581 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barjoha Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barjoha Gaon was 72.51%. Male literacy was 78.02% and female literacy was 66.38%.