Banmuri Gaon - Bhuragaon, Marigaon

Banmuri Gaon is a village situated in the Bhuragaon subdivision of Marigaon district, Assam. It is located approximately 110 km from Bhuragaon and around 40 km from Morigaon. Baanmuri serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Banmuri Gaon village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Banmuri Gaon is 283707. The village covers a total geographical area of 215.35 hectares and falls under the 782121 pincode. Marigaon is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.

Banmuri 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 Morigaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Banmuri Gaon

According to the 2011 Census, Banmuri Gaon village had a total population of 1,380 people, including 689 males and 691 females, living in 257 households. The sex ratio was 1,003 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.23%, with male literacy at 57.39% and female literacy at 47.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 270, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,103.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Banmuri Gaon

Banmuri Gaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Transport and Connectivity of Banmuri Gaon

Banmuri Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sonuabary, while the nearest airport is Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.5 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Marigaon to Banmuri Gaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Morigaon to Banmuri Gaon is about 40 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 Banmuri Gaon

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banmuri Gaon village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Banmuri 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 Banmuri Gaon village are given below:

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