Betjan Gaon - Doom Dooma, Tinsukia
Betjan Gaon is a village situated in the Doom Dooma subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Doom Dooma and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Hapjan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Betjan Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Betjan Gaon is 290312. The village covers a total geographical area of 161.44 hectares and falls under the 786170 pincode. Doomdoma is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Betjan 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 Digboi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dibrugarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Betjan Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Betjan Gaon village had a total population of 773 people, including 398 males and 375 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.37%, with male literacy at 80.39% and female literacy at 63.61%.
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 | 773 | 398 | 375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 41 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 495 | 287 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 278 | 111 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Betjan Gaon
Betjan 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 Betjan Gaon
Betjan Gaon 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Doomdoma to Betjan Gaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Betjan Gaon is about 20 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 Betjan Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Betjan Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Betjan 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 Betjan Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Betjan Gaon
Where is Betjan Gaon located?
Betjan Gaon village is located in Doom Dooma Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Betjan Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Betjan Gaon is Hapjan.
What is the pincode of Betjan Gaon?
The pincode of Betjan Gaon is 786170.
What is the population of Betjan Gaon?
Betjan Gaon had a total population of 773, including 398 males and 375 females.
How many households are there in Betjan Gaon?
Betjan Gaon had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Betjan Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Betjan Gaon was 72.37%. Male literacy was 80.39% and female literacy was 63.61%.