District Overview: Bajali
- Located in western Assam.
- Newly created district (Notification: Jan 2021 , Briefly revoked : December 2022 , Officially: Oct 2023).
- Boundaries:
- North: Baksa District
- East: Nalbari District
- West & South: Barpeta District
- Formerly a subdivision of Barpeta District.
- District HQ : Pathshala
Note: Pathsala is also referred to as Madan Rauta Nagar primarily due to its historical and cultural significance linked to the figure of Madan Rauta, a notable local leader and martyr associated with the Indian independence movement.
Geography of Bajali District
- Area: 422.95 sq km (163.30 sq mi), similar in size to Barbados.
- Rivers: Kaldia, Pahumara, Deojara, etc.
- Terrain: Primarily plains with scattered hills.
- Climate:
- Summer: Excessive humidity.
- Winter: Moderately cold and foggy (November to February).
- Dry period: February to April (moisture levels low).
- Rainfall: Heavy from May to September.
- Pleasant weather: October-November, foggy atmosphere till January.
- Dry and dusty: February-March.
Socio-Economy of Bajali District
- Main Economy: Agriculture (70% of the population dependent).
- Crops: Rice, Wheat, Maize, Jute, Potato, Mustard, Vegetables, Soyabean, Tobacco.
- Fruits : Mango, orange, Jackfruits, Lemon, Arecanut, coconut, Papaya etc.
- Soil & Climate: Favorable for agriculture with sufficient rainfall.
- Forestry: Significant role in economy, providing firewood, timber, bamboo, Ikra, thatch for daily needs and construction.
- Forest Type: Evergreen, with diverse tree species.
Transport in Bajali District
- Road Connectivity:
- NH-31 passes through the district.
- State Highway 127A connects to Bhutan.
- Road linking Bhawanipur to Manas National Park.
- Several arterial roads connect district headquarters to other centers.
- Rail Connectivity:
- Railway stations : Pathsala, Sarupeta and NizSariha.
- Road Connectivity:
Demographics of Bajali District
- Population (2011 Census): 324,739 (similar to Iceland).
- Population Density: 768 people per sq km.
- Growth Rate (2001-2011): 21.43%.
- Sex Ratio: 1002 females per 1000 males.
- Literacy Rate: 88.18%.
- Male : 93.12%
- Female : 83.26%
- Communities:
- Scheduled Castes: 7.56%.
- Scheduled Tribes: 4.52%.
- Religious Composition:
- Hindu: ~68%.
- Muslim: ~32%.
- Other religions: Very few.
- Languages:
- Official: Assamese and English.
- Majority: Assamese.
- Minority: Bodo, Bengali, Marwari, Bihari (microscopic minority).
Administrative Setup of Bajali District
- Revenue Circles: 2 (Bajali, Sarupeta).
- Development Blocks: 2 (Bajali, Bhawanipur).
- Gram Panchayats: 33.
- Villages: 212.
- Police Stations: 2.
- Municipal Boards: 2 (Pathsala, Patacharkuchi).
- Geographical Area: 422.95 sq km.
- Population: 395,000 (approx.).
- Literacy Rate: 71.03% (Male: 75.72%, Female: 64.04%).
- Major Rivers: 2 (Kaldia, Pahumara).
- Communication: Bus, Railway, and Airways.
Rainfall in Bajali District
- Cumulative Rainfall: 2761.76 mm (at Pathsala). [2022 data]
Attractive tourist places:
- Jalikhata (popularly known as Kalibari Than)
- Parihareswar Devalaya
- Gopal Ata Than
- Bamakhata Satra
- Bhogeswar Mandir, Ulua
- Pahumara Chapori
- Akaya Satra
Language spoken in Bajali :
The primary languages spoken in Bajali include:
- Assamese: 189,075 speakers
- Bengali: 53,052 speakers
- Boro: 10,877 speakers
- Other minority languages are also present but in smaller numbers
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