Barbam Block - Dimow, Sivasagar
Barbam Block is a village situated in the Dimow subdivision of Sivasagar district, Assam. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dimow and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sivasagar. Rupjyoti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barbam Block village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barbam Block is 292548. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.24 hectares and falls under the 785674 pincode. Sibsagar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Barbam Block village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Demow Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barbam Block
According to the 2011 Census, Barbam Block village had a total population of 210 people, including 101 males and 109 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,079 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.54%, with male literacy at 82.11% and female literacy at 63.27%.
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 | 210 | 101 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 78 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 23 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Barbam Block
Barbam Block 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 Block
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Barbam Block. Barbam Block has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Sibsagar to Barbam Block is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Barbam Block is about 30 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 Barbam Block
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barbam Block 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barbam Block
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 Block 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barbam Block
Where is Barbam Block located?
Barbam Block village is located in Dimow Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barbam Block?
The Gram Panchayat of Barbam Block is Rupjyoti.
What is the pincode of Barbam Block?
The pincode of Barbam Block is 785674.
What is the population of Barbam Block?
Barbam Block had a total population of 210, including 101 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Barbam Block?
Barbam Block had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barbam Block?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barbam Block was 72.54%. Male literacy was 82.11% and female literacy was 63.27%.