Belang Bari - Nazira, Sivasagar
Belang Bari is a village situated in the Nazira subdivision of Sivasagar district, Assam. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nazira and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Sivasagar. Bantung serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belang Bari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belang Bari is 292920. The village covers a total geographical area of 246.89 hectares and falls under the 785686 pincode. Simaluguri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Belang Bari 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 Belang Bari
According to the 2011 Census, Belang Bari village had a total population of 1,232 people, including 647 males and 585 females, living in 263 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.51%, with male literacy at 80.25% and female literacy at 70.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 441.
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 | 1,232 | 647 | 585 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 80 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 441 | 226 | 215 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 817 | 455 | 362 |
| Illiterate Population | 415 | 192 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Belang Bari
Belang Bari 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 Belang Bari
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Belang Bari. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Belang Bari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Simaluguri to Belang Bari is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Belang Bari is about 38 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 Belang Bari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belang Bari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Belang Bari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belang Bari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Belang Bari
Where is Belang Bari located?
Belang Bari village is located in Nazira Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belang Bari?
The Gram Panchayat of Belang Bari is Bantung.
What is the pincode of Belang Bari?
The pincode of Belang Bari is 785686.
What is the population of Belang Bari?
Belang Bari had a total population of 1,232, including 647 males and 585 females.
How many households are there in Belang Bari?
Belang Bari had 263 households.
What is the literacy rate in Belang Bari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belang Bari was 75.51%. Male literacy was 80.25% and female literacy was 70.29%.