Barapaik Gaon - Jorhat East, Jorhat
Barapaik Gaon is a village situated in the Jorhat East subdivision of Jorhat district, Assam. It is located approximately 6 km from Jorhat, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Meleng Balichapori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barapaik Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barapaik Gaon is 293726. The village covers a total geographical area of 224.87 hectares and falls under the 785014 pincode. Jorhat is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Barapaik 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 Teok Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barapaik Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Barapaik Gaon village had a total population of 161 people, including 77 males and 84 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,091 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.00%, with male literacy at 97.18% and female literacy at 94.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 161 | 77 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 144 | 69 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 8 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Barapaik Gaon
Barapaik 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 Barapaik Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Barapaik Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Jorhat to Barapaik Gaon is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barapaik Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barapaik Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Barapaik 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 Barapaik Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barapaik Gaon
Where is Barapaik Gaon located?
Barapaik Gaon village is located in Jorhat East Subdivision, Jorhat district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barapaik Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Barapaik Gaon is Meleng Balichapori.
What is the pincode of Barapaik Gaon?
The pincode of Barapaik Gaon is 785014.
What is the population of Barapaik Gaon?
Barapaik Gaon had a total population of 161, including 77 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Barapaik Gaon?
Barapaik Gaon had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barapaik Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barapaik Gaon was 96.00%. Male literacy was 97.18% and female literacy was 94.94%.