Bhakatgaon - Mayong, Marigaon

Bhakatgaon is a village situated in the Mayong subdivision of Marigaon district, Assam. It is located approximately 65 km from Mayong and around 16 km from Morigaon. Jagibhakatgaon serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Bhakatgaon village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhakatgaon is 283564. The village covers a total geographical area of 200.95 hectares and falls under the 782413 pincode. Jagiroad is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.

Bhakatgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagiroad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Bhakatgaon

According to the 2011 Census, Bhakatgaon village had a total population of 1,780 people, including 868 males and 912 females, living in 378 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.53%, with male literacy at 91.42% and female literacy at 81.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 459, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.

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

Nearby Villages of Bhakatgaon

Bhakatgaon 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 Bhakatgaon

Bhakatgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Aujari, while the nearest airport is Shillong Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.0 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagiroad to Bhakatgaon is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Morigaon to Bhakatgaon is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Bhakatgaon

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

Health Facilities in Bhakatgaon

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhakatgaon village are given below:

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