Biro Gaon - Palasbari, Kamrup
Biro Gaon is a village situated in the Palasbari subdivision of Kamrup district, Assam. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palasbari and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Amingaon. Biro Gaon village is a designated Gaon Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biro Gaon is 303230. The village covers a total geographical area of 140.14 hectares and falls under the 781028 pincode. Palasbari is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Biro 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 Palasbari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gauhati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Biro Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Biro Gaon village had a total population of 944 people, including 480 males and 464 females, living in 191 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.67%, with male literacy at 91.17% and female literacy at 74.03%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 408.
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 | 944 | 480 | 464 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 61 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 408 | 204 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 687 | 382 | 305 |
| Illiterate Population | 257 | 98 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Biro Gaon
Biro 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 Biro Gaon
Biro Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Biro Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Palasbari to Biro Gaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amingaon to Biro Gaon is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biro Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biro 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 Biro 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 Biro Gaon 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Biro Gaon
Where is Biro Gaon located?
Biro Gaon village is located in Palasbari Subdivision, Kamrup district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Biro Gaon?
Biro Gaon is its own Gaon Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Biro Gaon?
The pincode of Biro Gaon is 781028.
What is the population of Biro Gaon?
Biro Gaon had a total population of 944, including 480 males and 464 females.
How many households are there in Biro Gaon?
Biro Gaon had 191 households.
What is the literacy rate in Biro Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biro Gaon was 82.67%. Male literacy was 91.17% and female literacy was 74.03%.