Balagong F V - Gossaigaon (Pt), Kokrajhar
Balagong F V is a village situated in the Gossaigaon (Pt) subdivision of Kokrajhar district, Assam. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gossaigaon and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Kokrajhar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balagong F V is 279799. The village covers a total geographical area of 284.8 hectares and falls under the 783360 pincode. Gossaigaon is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Balagong F V village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Gossaigaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kokrajhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balagong F V
As per Census 2011, Balagong F V village has a total population of 1,204 people, consisting of 613 males and 591 females. The village has 219 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 230 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 519 literate and 685 illiterate residents. Additionally, 185 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balagong F V are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,204 | 613 | 591 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 112 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 185 | 93 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 519 | 337 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 685 | 276 | 409 |
Nearby Villages of Balagong F V
Balagong F V 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 Balagong F V
Balagong F V is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gossaigaon to Balagong F V is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kokrajhar to Balagong F V is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balagong F V
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balagong F V village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Balagong F V
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balagong F V village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balagong F V
Where is Balagong F V located?
Balagong F V village is located in Gossaigaon (Pt) Subdivision, Kokrajhar district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of Balagong F V?
The pincode of Balagong F V is 783360.
What is the population of Balagong F V?
Balagong F V has a total population of 1,204, including 613 males and 591 females.
How many households are there in Balagong F V?
There are 219 households in Balagong F V.
What is the literacy rate in Balagong F V?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balagong F V is 43.11%. Male literacy is 54.98% and female literacy is 30.80%.