Barbam Grant - Amguri, Sivasagar
Barbam Grant is a village situated in the Amguri subdivision of Sivasagar district, Assam. Pengera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barbam Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barbam Grant is 292784. The village covers a total geographical area of 556.2 hectares and falls under the 785680 pincode. Amguri is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Barbam Grant village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nazira Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barbam Grant
As per Census 2011, Barbam Grant village has a total population of 3,648 people, consisting of 1,769 males and 1,879 females. The village has 787 households and a sex ratio of 1,062 females per 1,000 males. There are 427 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,811 literate and 1,837 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barbam Grant are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,648 | 1,769 | 1,879 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 427 | 222 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,811 | 1,079 | 732 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,837 | 690 | 1,147 |
Nearby Villages of Barbam Grant
Barbam Grant 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 Barbam Grant
Barbam Grant is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Barbam Grant has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Amguri to Barbam Grant is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Barbam Grant is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barbam Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barbam Grant village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barbam Grant
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barbam Grant village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Barbam Grant
Where is Barbam Grant located?
Barbam Grant village is located in Amguri Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barbam Grant?
The Gram Panchayat of Barbam Grant is Pengera.
What is the pincode of Barbam Grant?
The pincode of Barbam Grant is 785680.
What is the population of Barbam Grant?
Barbam Grant has a total population of 3,648, including 1,769 males and 1,879 females.
How many households are there in Barbam Grant?
There are 787 households in Barbam Grant.
What is the literacy rate in Barbam Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barbam Grant is 49.64%. Male literacy is 60.99% and female literacy is 38.96%.