Bhakat Gaon - Teok, Jorhat
Bhakat Gaon is a village situated in the Teok subdivision of Jorhat district, Assam. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Teok and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Jorhat. Jhanjimukh serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Bhakat Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhakat Gaon is 293767. The village covers a total geographical area of 101.57 hectares and falls under the 785682 pincode. Teok is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Bhakat 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 Teok Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhakat Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bhakat Gaon village had a total population of 326 people, including 170 males and 156 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.67%, with male literacy at 89.31% and female literacy at 64.54%.
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 | 326 | 170 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 233 | 142 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 28 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Bhakat Gaon
Bhakat 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 Bhakat Gaon
Public transport in the Bhakat Gaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Teok to Bhakat Gaon is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jorhat to Bhakat Gaon is about 26 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 Bhakat Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhakat 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 Bhakat 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 Bhakat 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 Bhakat Gaon
Where is Bhakat Gaon located?
Bhakat Gaon village is located in Teok Subdivision, Jorhat district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Bhakat Gaon?
The Gaon Panchayat of Bhakat Gaon is Jhanjimukh.
What is the pincode of Bhakat Gaon?
The pincode of Bhakat Gaon is 785682.
What is the population of Bhakat Gaon?
Bhakat Gaon had a total population of 326, including 170 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Bhakat Gaon?
Bhakat Gaon had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhakat Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhakat Gaon was 77.67%. Male literacy was 89.31% and female literacy was 64.54%.