Bharalura - Sibsagar, Sivasagar
Bharalura is a village situated in the Sibsagar subdivision of Sivasagar district, Assam. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sibsagar and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Sivasagar. Dikhowmukh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bharalura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharalura is 292596. The village covers a total geographical area of 169.97 hectares and falls under the 785664 pincode. Sibsagar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Bharalura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sivasagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bharalura
According to the 2011 Census, Bharalura village had a total population of 1,412 people, including 739 males and 673 females, living in 289 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.11%, with male literacy at 93.72% and female literacy at 90.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 1,412 | 739 | 673 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 70 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,191 | 627 | 564 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 112 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Bharalura
Bharalura 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 Bharalura
Bharalura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sibsagar to Bharalura is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Bharalura is about 27 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 Bharalura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharalura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bharalura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bharalura 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 Bharalura
Where is Bharalura located?
Bharalura village is located in Sibsagar Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bharalura?
The Gram Panchayat of Bharalura is Dikhowmukh.
What is the pincode of Bharalura?
The pincode of Bharalura is 785664.
What is the population of Bharalura?
Bharalura had a total population of 1,412, including 739 males and 673 females.
How many households are there in Bharalura?
Bharalura had 289 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bharalura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharalura was 92.11%. Male literacy was 93.72% and female literacy was 90.38%.