Damugaon - Bijni (Pt), Chirang
Damugaon is a village situated in the Bijni (Pt) subdivision of Chirang district, Assam. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijni and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Kajalgaon.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damugaon is 302228. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.02 hectares and falls under the 783390 pincode. Bijni is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Sidli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kokrajhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damugaon
According to the 2011 Census, Damugaon village had a total population of 923 people, including 465 males and 458 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.62%, with male literacy at 45.21% and female literacy at 46.03%.
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 | 923 | 465 | 458 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 100 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 333 | 165 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 590 | 300 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Damugaon
Damugaon 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 Damugaon
Public transport in the Damugaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bijni to Damugaon is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kajalgaon to Damugaon 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 Damugaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damugaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Damugaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damugaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Damugaon
Where is Damugaon located?
Damugaon village is located in Bijni (Pt) Subdivision, Chirang district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of Damugaon?
The pincode of Damugaon is 783390.
What is the population of Damugaon?
Damugaon had a total population of 923, including 465 males and 458 females.
How many households are there in Damugaon?
Damugaon had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damugaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damugaon was 45.62%. Male literacy was 45.21% and female literacy was 46.03%.