Betoni Gaon - Doom Dooma, Tinsukia
Betoni Gaon is a village situated in the Doom Dooma subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Doom Dooma and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Gakhirbheti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Betoni Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Betoni Gaon is 290161. The village covers a total geographical area of 191.32 hectares and falls under the 786156 pincode. Doomdoma is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Betoni 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 Sadiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lakhimpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Betoni Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Betoni Gaon village had a total population of 993 people, including 522 males and 471 females, living in 179 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.99%, with male literacy at 89.14% and female literacy at 78.35%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 993 | 522 | 471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 71 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 724 | 402 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 120 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Betoni Gaon
Betoni 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 Betoni Gaon
Betoni Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Betoni Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Doomdoma to Betoni Gaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Betoni Gaon is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Betoni Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Betoni Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Betoni 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 Betoni Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Betoni Gaon
Where is Betoni Gaon located?
Betoni Gaon village is located in Doom Dooma Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Betoni Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Betoni Gaon is Gakhirbheti.
What is the pincode of Betoni Gaon?
The pincode of Betoni Gaon is 786156.
What is the population of Betoni Gaon?
Betoni Gaon had a total population of 993, including 522 males and 471 females.
How many households are there in Betoni Gaon?
Betoni Gaon had 179 households.
What is the literacy rate in Betoni Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Betoni Gaon was 83.99%. Male literacy was 89.14% and female literacy was 78.35%.