Balijan - Margherita, Tinsukia
Balijan is a village situated in the Margherita subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Margherita and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Duwarmora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balijan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balijan is 290824. The village covers a total geographical area of 184.26 hectares and falls under the 786171 pincode. Doomdoma is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Balijan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Margherita Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dibrugarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balijan
As per Census 2011, Balijan village has a total population of 582 people, consisting of 280 males and 302 females. The village has 118 households and a sex ratio of 1,078 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 232 literate and 350 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balijan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 582 | 280 | 302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 52 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 232 | 150 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 350 | 130 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Balijan
Balijan 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
Balijan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Balijan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Balijan is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balijan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balijan 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 Balijan
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 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 Balijan
Where is Balijan located?
Balijan village is located in Margherita Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balijan?
The Gram Panchayat of Balijan is Duwarmora.
What is the pincode of Balijan?
The pincode of Balijan is 786171.
What is the population of Balijan?
Balijan has a total population of 582, including 280 males and 302 females.
How many households are there in Balijan?
There are 118 households in Balijan.
What is the literacy rate in Balijan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balijan is 39.86%. Male literacy is 53.57% and female literacy is 27.15%.