Ghagara Adi - Sissibargaon, Dhemaji
Ghagara Adi is a village situated in the Sissibargaon subdivision of Dhemaji district, Assam. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sissibargaon and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Dhemaji. Malinipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghagara Adi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghagara Adi is 289110. The village covers a total geographical area of 120.5 hectares and falls under the 787059 pincode. Silapathar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ghagara Adi 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 Ghagara Adi
As per Census 2011, Ghagara Adi village has a total population of 586 people, consisting of 288 males and 298 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 1,034 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 287 literate and 299 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 50 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghagara Adi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 586 | 288 | 298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 38 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 287 | 162 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 299 | 126 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Ghagara Adi
Ghagara Adi 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 Ghagara Adi
Ghagara Adi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ghagara Adi.
| 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 |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silapathar to Ghagara Adi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhemaji to Ghagara Adi is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghagara Adi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghagara Adi 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 Ghagara Adi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghagara Adi 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 Ghagara Adi
Where is Ghagara Adi located?
Ghagara Adi village is located in Sissibargaon Subdivision, Dhemaji district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghagara Adi?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghagara Adi is Malinipur.
What is the pincode of Ghagara Adi?
The pincode of Ghagara Adi is 787059.
What is the population of Ghagara Adi?
Ghagara Adi has a total population of 586, including 288 males and 298 females.
How many households are there in Ghagara Adi?
There are 107 households in Ghagara Adi.
What is the literacy rate in Ghagara Adi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghagara Adi is 48.98%. Male literacy is 56.25% and female literacy is 41.95%.