Balijan Forest Gaon - Margherita, Tinsukia
Balijan Forest Gaon is a village situated in the Margherita subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. Borbil serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balijan Forest Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balijan Forest Gaon is 291056. The village covers a total geographical area of 368 hectares and falls under the 786171 pincode. Digboi is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Balijan Forest 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 Balijan Forest Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Balijan Forest Gaon village had a total population of 4,368 people, including 2,255 males and 2,113 females, living in 933 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.70%, with male literacy at 85.90% and female literacy at 77.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,518, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 348.
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 | 4,368 | 2,255 | 2,113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 543 | 284 | 259 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,518 | 768 | 750 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 348 | 175 | 173 |
| Literate Population | 3,125 | 1,693 | 1,432 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,243 | 562 | 681 |
Nearby Villages of Balijan Forest Gaon
Balijan Forest 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 Balijan Forest Gaon
Balijan Forest Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Balijan Forest 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 Digboi to Balijan Forest Gaon is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Balijan Forest Gaon is about 36 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 Balijan Forest Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balijan Forest Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balijan Forest 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 Balijan Forest Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balijan Forest Gaon
Where is Balijan Forest Gaon located?
Balijan Forest Gaon village is located in Margherita Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balijan Forest Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Balijan Forest Gaon is Borbil.
What is the pincode of Balijan Forest Gaon?
The pincode of Balijan Forest Gaon is 786171.
What is the population of Balijan Forest Gaon?
Balijan Forest Gaon had a total population of 4,368, including 2,255 males and 2,113 females.
How many households are there in Balijan Forest Gaon?
Balijan Forest Gaon had 933 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balijan Forest Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balijan Forest Gaon was 81.70%. Male literacy was 85.90% and female literacy was 77.24%.