Barjhar Gaon - Dhekiajuli (Pt), Sonitpur
Barjhar Gaon is a village situated in the Dhekiajuli (Pt) subdivision of Sonitpur district, Assam. It is located approximately 150 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhekiajuli and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Tezpur. Niz-borchola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barjhar Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barjhar Gaon is 285821. The village covers a total geographical area of 294.01 hectares and falls under the 784117 pincode. Dhekiajuli is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Barjhar Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barchalla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sonitpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barjhar Gaon
As per Census 2011, Barjhar Gaon village has a total population of 1,559 people, consisting of 745 males and 814 females. The village has 333 households and a sex ratio of 1,092 females per 1,000 males. There are 171 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,050 literate and 509 illiterate residents. Additionally, 193 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 118 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barjhar Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,559 | 745 | 814 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 72 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 193 | 89 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 118 | 61 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 1,050 | 558 | 492 |
| Illiterate Population | 509 | 187 | 322 |
Nearby Villages of Barjhar Gaon
Barjhar Gaon 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 Barjhar Gaon
Barjhar Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Dhekiajuli to Barjhar Gaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tezpur to Barjhar Gaon is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barjhar Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barjhar Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barjhar Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barjhar Gaon 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barjhar Gaon
Where is Barjhar Gaon located?
Barjhar Gaon village is located in Dhekiajuli (Pt) Subdivision, Sonitpur district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barjhar Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Barjhar Gaon is Niz-borchola.
What is the pincode of Barjhar Gaon?
The pincode of Barjhar Gaon is 784117.
What is the population of Barjhar Gaon?
Barjhar Gaon has a total population of 1,559, including 745 males and 814 females.
How many households are there in Barjhar Gaon?
There are 333 households in Barjhar Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Barjhar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barjhar Gaon is 67.35%. Male literacy is 74.90% and female literacy is 60.44%.