Barghat - Chariduar, Sonitpur
Barghat is a village situated in the Chariduar subdivision of Sonitpur district, Assam. Singitoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barghat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barghat is 286018. The village covers a total geographical area of 222.96 hectares and falls under the 784026 pincode.
Barghat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tezpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sonitpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barghat
As per Census 2011, Barghat village has a total population of 3,960 people, consisting of 2,280 males and 1,680 females. The village has 657 households and a sex ratio of 736 females per 1,000 males. There are 599 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,483 literate and 1,477 illiterate residents. Additionally, 156 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barghat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,960 | 2,280 | 1,680 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 599 | 300 | 299 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 90 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 19 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,483 | 1,594 | 889 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,477 | 686 | 791 |
Nearby Villages of Barghat
Barghat 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 Barghat
Barghat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Tezpur to Barghat is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barghat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barghat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barghat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barghat 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Barghat
Where is Barghat located?
Barghat village is located in Chariduar Subdivision, Sonitpur district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barghat?
The Gram Panchayat of Barghat is Singitoli.
What is the pincode of Barghat?
The pincode of Barghat is 784026.
What is the population of Barghat?
Barghat has a total population of 3,960, including 2,280 males and 1,680 females.
How many households are there in Barghat?
There are 657 households in Barghat.
What is the literacy rate in Barghat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barghat is 62.70%. Male literacy is 69.91% and female literacy is 52.92%.