Obhota Bil - Naduar, Sonitpur
Obhota Bil is a village situated in the Naduar subdivision of Sonitpur district, Assam. It is located approximately 75 km from Tezpur. No.1 Sootea serves as the Gram Panchayat for Obhota Bil village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Obhota Bil is 286533. The village covers a total geographical area of 368.32 hectares and falls under the 784175 pincode. Biswanath Chariali is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Obhota Bil village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sootea Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sonitpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Obhota Bil
As per Census 2011, Obhota Bil village has a total population of 2,790 people, consisting of 1,436 males and 1,354 females. The village has 519 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 523 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,394 literate and 1,396 illiterate residents. Additionally, 303 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 46 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Obhota Bil are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,790 | 1,436 | 1,354 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 523 | 286 | 237 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 303 | 150 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 26 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 1,394 | 793 | 601 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,396 | 643 | 753 |
Nearby Villages of Obhota Bil
Obhota Bil 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 Obhota Bil
Obhota Bil is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Obhota Bil.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Biswanath Chariali to Obhota Bil is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tezpur to Obhota Bil is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Obhota Bil
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Obhota Bil 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 | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Obhota Bil
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Obhota Bil village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Obhota Bil
Where is Obhota Bil located?
Obhota Bil village is located in Naduar Subdivision, Sonitpur district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Obhota Bil?
The Gram Panchayat of Obhota Bil is No.1 Sootea.
What is the pincode of Obhota Bil?
The pincode of Obhota Bil is 784175.
What is the population of Obhota Bil?
Obhota Bil has a total population of 2,790, including 1,436 males and 1,354 females.
How many households are there in Obhota Bil?
There are 519 households in Obhota Bil.
What is the literacy rate in Obhota Bil?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Obhota Bil is 49.96%. Male literacy is 55.22% and female literacy is 44.39%.