Laugaon - Baska, Baksa
Laugaon is a village situated in the Baska subdivision of Baksa district, Assam. It is located approximately 140 km from Sarupeta Of Barpeta District and around 50 km from Mushalpur.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laugaon is 304232. The village covers a total geographical area of 167.19 hectares and falls under the 781318 pincode. Pathsala is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Laugaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Chapaguri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kokrajhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laugaon
According to the 2011 Census, Laugaon village had a total population of 695 people, including 359 males and 336 females, living in 148 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.04%, with male literacy at 91.80% and female literacy at 73.84%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 305.
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 | 695 | 359 | 336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 42 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 305 | 160 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 514 | 291 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 68 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Laugaon
Laugaon 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 Laugaon
Laugaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Pathsala to Laugaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mushalpur to Laugaon is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laugaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laugaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Laugaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laugaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Laugaon
Where is Laugaon located?
Laugaon village is located in Baska Subdivision, Baksa district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of Laugaon?
The pincode of Laugaon is 781318.
What is the population of Laugaon?
Laugaon had a total population of 695, including 359 males and 336 females.
How many households are there in Laugaon?
Laugaon had 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laugaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laugaon was 83.04%. Male literacy was 91.80% and female literacy was 73.84%.