Zaglung Boro - Jonai, Dhemaji
Zaglung Boro is a village situated in the Jonai subdivision of Dhemaji district, Assam. It is located approximately 51 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jonai and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Dhemaji. Somkong serves as the Gram Panchayat for Zaglung Boro village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Zaglung Boro is 289287. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 787061 pincode. Silapathar is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Zaglung Boro village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Zaglung Boro
As per Census 2011, Zaglung Boro village has a total population of 539 people, consisting of 279 males and 260 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 287 literate and 252 illiterate residents. Additionally, 514 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Zaglung Boro are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 539 | 279 | 260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 42 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 514 | 265 | 249 |
| Literate Population | 287 | 171 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 108 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Zaglung Boro
Zaglung Boro 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 Zaglung Boro
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Zaglung Boro. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Zaglung Boro.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silapathar to Zaglung Boro is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhemaji to Zaglung Boro is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Zaglung Boro
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Zaglung Boro 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 Zaglung Boro
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Zaglung Boro 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 Zaglung Boro
Where is Zaglung Boro located?
Zaglung Boro village is located in Jonai Subdivision, Dhemaji district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Zaglung Boro?
The Gram Panchayat of Zaglung Boro is Somkong.
What is the pincode of Zaglung Boro?
The pincode of Zaglung Boro is 787061.
What is the population of Zaglung Boro?
Zaglung Boro has a total population of 539, including 279 males and 260 females.
How many households are there in Zaglung Boro?
There are 94 households in Zaglung Boro.
What is the literacy rate in Zaglung Boro?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zaglung Boro is 53.25%. Male literacy is 61.29% and female literacy is 44.62%.