Bamunigaon Village - Kaliabor, Nagaon
Bamunigaon is a village situated in the Kaliabor subdivision of Nagaon district, Assam. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaliabor and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nagaon. Chikoni Barhola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bamunigaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamunigaon is 284231. The village covers a total geographical area of 242.16 hectares and falls under the 782136 pincode. Tezpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Bamunigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaliabor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaziranga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bamunigaon
As per Census 2011, Bamunigaon village has a total population of 2,798 people, consisting of 1,412 males and 1,386 females. The village has 574 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 380 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,487 literate and 1,311 illiterate residents. Additionally, 294 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 694 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bamunigaon are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,798 | 1,412 | 1,386 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 380 | 201 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 294 | 156 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 694 | 331 | 363 |
| Literate Population | 1,487 | 830 | 657 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,311 | 582 | 729 |
Nearby Villages of Bamunigaon
Bamunigaon 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 Bamunigaon
Bamunigaon 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 Bamunigaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Tezpur to Bamunigaon is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaon to Bamunigaon is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bamunigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamunigaon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bamunigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamunigaon 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bamunigaon
Where is Bamunigaon located?
Bamunigaon village is located in Kaliabor Subdivision, Nagaon district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bamunigaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bamunigaon is Chikoni Barhola.
What is the pincode of Bamunigaon?
The pincode of Bamunigaon is 782136.
What is the population of Bamunigaon?
Bamunigaon has a total population of 2,798, including 1,412 males and 1,386 females.
How many households are there in Bamunigaon?
There are 574 households in Bamunigaon.
What is the literacy rate in Bamunigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamunigaon is 53.15%. Male literacy is 58.78% and female literacy is 47.40%.