Bahjani - Chhaygaon, Kamrup
Bahjani is a village situated in the Chhaygaon subdivision of Kamrup district, Assam. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhaygaon and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Amingaon. Uttar Paschim Bongaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bahjani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahjani is 302756. The village covers a total geographical area of 548.68 hectares and falls under the 781124 pincode. Guwahati is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Bahjani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhaygaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gauhati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bahjani
As per Census 2011, Bahjani village has a total population of 1,892 people, consisting of 974 males and 918 females. The village has 417 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 248 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,197 literate and 695 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 800 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bahjani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,892 | 974 | 918 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 129 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 800 | 407 | 393 |
| Literate Population | 1,197 | 660 | 537 |
| Illiterate Population | 695 | 314 | 381 |
Nearby Villages of Bahjani
Bahjani 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 Bahjani
Public transport in the Bahjani is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bahjani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Guwahati to Bahjani is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amingaon to Bahjani is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahjani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahjani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bahjani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahjani 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bahjani
Where is Bahjani located?
Bahjani village is located in Chhaygaon Subdivision, Kamrup district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahjani?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahjani is Uttar Paschim Bongaon.
What is the pincode of Bahjani?
The pincode of Bahjani is 781124.
What is the population of Bahjani?
Bahjani has a total population of 1,892, including 974 males and 918 females.
How many households are there in Bahjani?
There are 417 households in Bahjani.
What is the literacy rate in Bahjani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahjani is 63.27%. Male literacy is 67.76% and female literacy is 58.50%.