Bihia Gaon - Doom Dooma, Tinsukia
Bihia Gaon is a village situated in the Doom Dooma subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Doom Dooma and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Dangari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bihia Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bihia Gaon is 290140. The village covers a total geographical area of 158.21 hectares and falls under the 786156 pincode. Doomdoma is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Bihia 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 Bihia Gaon
As per Census 2011, Bihia Gaon village has a total population of 723 people, consisting of 354 males and 369 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 606 literate and 117 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 651 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bihia Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 723 | 354 | 369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 23 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 651 | 318 | 333 |
| Literate Population | 606 | 312 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 42 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Bihia Gaon
Bihia 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 Bihia Gaon
Bihia 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 2-5 km of Bihia Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Doomdoma to Bihia Gaon is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Bihia Gaon is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bihia Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bihia Gaon 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bihia 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 Bihia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bihia Gaon
Where is Bihia Gaon located?
Bihia Gaon village is located in Doom Dooma Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bihia Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bihia Gaon is Dangari.
What is the pincode of Bihia Gaon?
The pincode of Bihia Gaon is 786156.
What is the population of Bihia Gaon?
Bihia Gaon has a total population of 723, including 354 males and 369 females.
How many households are there in Bihia Gaon?
There are 142 households in Bihia Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Bihia Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bihia Gaon is 83.82%. Male literacy is 88.14% and female literacy is 79.67%.