Barghol - Chamaria, Kamrup
Barghol is a village situated in the Chamaria subdivision of Kamrup district, Assam. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chamaria and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Amingaon. Mahtoli serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Barghol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barghol is 302952. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.1 hectares and falls under the 781136 pincode. Guwahati is the nearest town.
Barghol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Boko Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gauhati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barghol
According to the 2011 Census, Barghol village had a total population of 724 people, including 378 males and 346 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.40%, with male literacy at 37.72% and female literacy at 26.95%.
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 | 724 | 378 | 346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 89 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 185 | 109 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 539 | 269 | 270 |
Nearby Villages of Barghol
Barghol 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 Barghol
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Barghol.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Amingaon to Barghol is about 32 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 Barghol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barghol 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barghol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barghol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barghol
Where is Barghol located?
Barghol village is located in Chamaria Subdivision, Kamrup district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Barghol?
The Gaon Panchayat of Barghol is Mahtoli.
What is the pincode of Barghol?
The pincode of Barghol is 781136.
What is the population of Barghol?
Barghol had a total population of 724, including 378 males and 346 females.
How many households are there in Barghol?
Barghol had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barghol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barghol was 32.40%. Male literacy was 37.72% and female literacy was 26.95%.