Betani Jhar - Tezpur, Sonitpur
Betani Jhar is a village situated in the Tezpur subdivision of Sonitpur district, Assam. Haleswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Betani Jhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Betani Jhar is 286249. The village covers a total geographical area of 234 hectares and falls under the 784104 pincode.
Betani Jhar 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 Betani Jhar
As per Census 2011, Betani Jhar village has a total population of 2,532 people, consisting of 1,292 males and 1,240 females. The village has 552 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 257 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,981 literate and 551 illiterate residents. Additionally, 320 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Betani Jhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,532 | 1,292 | 1,240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 134 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 320 | 173 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,981 | 1,066 | 915 |
| Illiterate Population | 551 | 226 | 325 |
Nearby Villages of Betani Jhar
Betani Jhar 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 Betani Jhar
Betani Jhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Betani Jhar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tezpur to Betani Jhar is about 15 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 Betani Jhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Betani Jhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Betani Jhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Betani Jhar 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Betani Jhar
Where is Betani Jhar located?
Betani Jhar village is located in Tezpur Subdivision, Sonitpur district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Betani Jhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Betani Jhar is Haleswar.
What is the pincode of Betani Jhar?
The pincode of Betani Jhar is 784104.
What is the population of Betani Jhar?
Betani Jhar has a total population of 2,532, including 1,292 males and 1,240 females.
How many households are there in Betani Jhar?
There are 552 households in Betani Jhar.
What is the literacy rate in Betani Jhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Betani Jhar is 78.24%. Male literacy is 82.51% and female literacy is 73.79%.