Nigam - Gohpur, Biswanath
Nigam is a village situated in the Gohpur subdivision of Biswanath district, Assam. Pub-dubia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nigam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nigam is 287326. The village falls under the 784178 pincode.
Nigam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gohpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sonitpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nigam
As per Census 2011, Nigam village has a total population of 1,584 people, consisting of 811 males and 773 females. The village has 341 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 197 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,107 literate and 477 illiterate residents. Additionally, 315 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 57 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nigam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,584 | 811 | 773 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 92 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 315 | 153 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 1,107 | 617 | 490 |
| Illiterate Population | 477 | 194 | 283 |
Nearby Villages of Nigam
Nigam 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 Nigam
Nigam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Nigam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Nigam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nigam 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 Nigam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nigam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nigam
Where is Nigam located?
Nigam village is located in Gohpur Subdivision, Biswanath district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nigam?
The Gram Panchayat of Nigam is Pub-dubia.
What is the pincode of Nigam?
The pincode of Nigam is 784178.
What is the population of Nigam?
Nigam has a total population of 1,584, including 811 males and 773 females.
How many households are there in Nigam?
There are 341 households in Nigam.
What is the literacy rate in Nigam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nigam is 69.89%. Male literacy is 76.08% and female literacy is 63.39%.