Bathan - Hajo, Kamrup
Bathan is a village situated in the Hajo subdivision of Kamrup district, Assam. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hajo and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Amingaon. Paschim Sualkuchi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bathan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bathan is 302667. The village covers a total geographical area of 149.94 hectares and falls under the 781102 pincode. Guwahati is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Bathan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bathan
As per Census 2011, Bathan village has a total population of 2,631 people, consisting of 1,325 males and 1,306 females. The village has 594 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 242 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,128 literate and 503 illiterate residents. Additionally, 87 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bathan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,631 | 1,325 | 1,306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 119 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 41 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,128 | 1,131 | 997 |
| Illiterate Population | 503 | 194 | 309 |
Nearby Villages of Bathan
Bathan 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 Bathan
Bathan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Guwahati to Bathan is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amingaon to Bathan is about 35 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 Bathan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bathan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bathan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bathan 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 Bathan
Where is Bathan located?
Bathan village is located in Hajo Subdivision, Kamrup district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bathan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bathan is Paschim Sualkuchi.
What is the pincode of Bathan?
The pincode of Bathan is 781102.
What is the population of Bathan?
Bathan has a total population of 2,631, including 1,325 males and 1,306 females.
How many households are there in Bathan?
There are 594 households in Bathan.
What is the literacy rate in Bathan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bathan is 80.88%. Male literacy is 85.36% and female literacy is 76.34%.