Baligania Gaon (Balijonia Gaon) - Teok, Jorhat
Baligania Gaon (Balijonia Gaon) is a village situated in the Teok subdivision of Jorhat district, Assam. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Teok and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Jorhat. Gakhirkhowa serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Baligania Gaon (Balijonia Gaon) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baligania Gaon (Balijonia Gaon) is 293835. The village covers a total geographical area of 181.17 hectares and falls under the 785635 pincode. Teok is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Baligania Gaon (Balijonia Gaon) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mariani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baligania Gaon (Balijonia Gaon)
According to the 2011 Census, Baligania Gaon (Balijonia Gaon) village had a total population of 764 people, including 389 males and 375 females, living in 161 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.96%, with male literacy at 95.37% and female literacy at 92.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 35.
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 | 764 | 389 | 375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 22 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 669 | 350 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 39 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Baligania Gaon (Balijonia Gaon)
Baligania Gaon (Balijonia 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 Baligania Gaon (Balijonia Gaon)
Baligania Gaon (Balijonia Gaon) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Baligania Gaon (Balijonia Gaon).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Teok to Baligania Gaon (Balijonia Gaon) is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jorhat to Baligania Gaon (Balijonia Gaon) is about 36 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 Baligania Gaon (Balijonia Gaon)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baligania Gaon (Balijonia 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Baligania Gaon (Balijonia 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 Baligania Gaon (Balijonia Gaon) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Baligania Gaon (Balijonia Gaon)
Where is Baligania Gaon (Balijonia Gaon) located?
Baligania Gaon (Balijonia Gaon) village is located in Teok Subdivision, Jorhat district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Baligania Gaon (Balijonia Gaon)?
The Gaon Panchayat of Baligania Gaon (Balijonia Gaon) is Gakhirkhowa.
What is the pincode of Baligania Gaon (Balijonia Gaon)?
The pincode of Baligania Gaon (Balijonia Gaon) is 785635.
What is the population of Baligania Gaon (Balijonia Gaon)?
Baligania Gaon (Balijonia Gaon) had a total population of 764, including 389 males and 375 females.
How many households are there in Baligania Gaon (Balijonia Gaon)?
Baligania Gaon (Balijonia Gaon) had 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baligania Gaon (Balijonia Gaon)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baligania Gaon (Balijonia Gaon) was 93.96%. Male literacy was 95.37% and female literacy was 92.46%.