Balijan - North Lakhimpur, Lakhimpur
Balijan is a village situated in the North Lakhimpur subdivision of Lakhimpur district, Assam. It is located approximately 12 km from North Lakhimpur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Uzalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balijan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balijan is 288176. The village covers a total geographical area of 268.59 hectares and falls under the 787051 pincode. North Lakhimpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Balijan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Balijan
According to the 2011 Census, Balijan village had a total population of 1,733 people, including 901 males and 832 females, living in 335 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.39%, with male literacy at 73.34% and female literacy at 60.93%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 1,733 | 901 | 832 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 341 | 177 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 938 | 531 | 407 |
| Illiterate Population | 795 | 370 | 425 |
Nearby Villages of Balijan
Balijan 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 Balijan
Balijan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Balijan has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from North Lakhimpur to Balijan is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balijan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balijan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balijan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balijan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Balijan
Where is Balijan located?
Balijan village is located in North Lakhimpur Subdivision, Lakhimpur district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balijan?
The Gram Panchayat of Balijan is Uzalpur.
What is the pincode of Balijan?
The pincode of Balijan is 787051.
What is the population of Balijan?
Balijan had a total population of 1,733, including 901 males and 832 females.
How many households are there in Balijan?
Balijan had 335 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balijan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balijan was 67.39%. Male literacy was 73.34% and female literacy was 60.93%.