Bahfalla Gaon - Jorhat West, Jorhat
Bahfalla Gaon is a village situated in the Jorhat West subdivision of Jorhat district, Assam. It is located approximately 19 km from Jorhat, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Uttar Parbatia Janajati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bahfalla Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahfalla Gaon is 293578. The village covers a total geographical area of 857.03 hectares and falls under the 785108 pincode. Jorhat is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Bahfalla 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 Bahfalla Gaon
As per Census 2011, Bahfalla Gaon village has a total population of 2,436 people, consisting of 1,206 males and 1,230 females. The village has 371 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 364 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,431 literate and 1,005 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,346 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bahfalla Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,436 | 1,206 | 1,230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 364 | 173 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,346 | 1,159 | 1,187 |
| Literate Population | 1,431 | 779 | 652 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,005 | 427 | 578 |
Nearby Villages of Bahfalla Gaon
Bahfalla 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 Bahfalla Gaon
Public transport in the Bahfalla Gaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jorhat to Bahfalla Gaon is about 19 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 Bahfalla Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahfalla Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bahfalla 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 Bahfalla 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 Bahfalla Gaon
Where is Bahfalla Gaon located?
Bahfalla Gaon village is located in Jorhat West Subdivision, Jorhat district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahfalla Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahfalla Gaon is Uttar Parbatia Janajati.
What is the pincode of Bahfalla Gaon?
The pincode of Bahfalla Gaon is 785108.
What is the population of Bahfalla Gaon?
Bahfalla Gaon has a total population of 2,436, including 1,206 males and 1,230 females.
How many households are there in Bahfalla Gaon?
There are 371 households in Bahfalla Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Bahfalla Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahfalla Gaon is 58.74%. Male literacy is 64.59% and female literacy is 53.01%.