Jamzing Gaon - Jonai, Dhemaji
Jamzing Gaon is a village situated in the Jonai subdivision of Dhemaji district, Assam. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jonai and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Dhemaji. Telem serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Jamzing Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamzing Gaon is 289318. The village covers a total geographical area of 119 hectares and falls under the 787060 pincode. Silapathar is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Jamzing Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lakhimpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamzing Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Jamzing Gaon village had a total population of 689 people, including 343 males and 346 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.76%, with male literacy at 86.14% and female literacy at 64.95%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 685.
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 | 689 | 343 | 346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 40 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 685 | 340 | 345 |
| Literate Population | 450 | 261 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 82 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Jamzing Gaon
Jamzing Gaon 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 Jamzing Gaon
Public transport in the Jamzing Gaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Jamzing Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silapathar to Jamzing Gaon is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhemaji to Jamzing Gaon is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamzing Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamzing Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jamzing Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamzing Gaon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Jamzing Gaon
Where is Jamzing Gaon located?
Jamzing Gaon village is located in Jonai Subdivision, Dhemaji district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Jamzing Gaon?
The Gaon Panchayat of Jamzing Gaon is Telem.
What is the pincode of Jamzing Gaon?
The pincode of Jamzing Gaon is 787060.
What is the population of Jamzing Gaon?
Jamzing Gaon had a total population of 689, including 343 males and 346 females.
How many households are there in Jamzing Gaon?
Jamzing Gaon had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamzing Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamzing Gaon was 75.76%. Male literacy was 86.14% and female literacy was 64.95%.