Gelua Gaon - Sissibargaon, Dhemaji
Gelua Gaon is a village situated in the Sissibargaon subdivision of Dhemaji district, Assam. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sissibargaon and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Dhemaji. Kulajan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gelua Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gelua Gaon is 288889. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.31 hectares and falls under the 787110 pincode. Silapathar is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Gelua Gaon 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 Gelua Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Gelua Gaon village had a total population of 219 people, including 110 males and 109 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.98%, with male literacy at 97.92% and female literacy at 85.71%.
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 | 219 | 110 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 172 | 94 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 16 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Gelua Gaon
Gelua 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 Gelua Gaon
Gelua Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gelua Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Gelua Gaon is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhemaji to Gelua Gaon is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gelua Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gelua Gaon 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 Gelua 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 Gelua Gaon 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 Gelua Gaon
Where is Gelua Gaon located?
Gelua Gaon village is located in Sissibargaon Subdivision, Dhemaji district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gelua Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Gelua Gaon is Kulajan.
What is the pincode of Gelua Gaon?
The pincode of Gelua Gaon is 787110.
What is the population of Gelua Gaon?
Gelua Gaon had a total population of 219, including 110 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Gelua Gaon?
Gelua Gaon had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gelua Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gelua Gaon was 91.98%. Male literacy was 97.92% and female literacy was 85.71%.