Gowranga Pur - Sissibargaon, Dhemaji
Gowranga Pur 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 45 km from the district headquarters in Dhemaji. Namoni Silasuti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gowranga Pur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gowranga Pur is 289188. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.7 hectares and falls under the 787110 pincode. Silapathar is the nearest town, located about 8.5 km away.
Gowranga Pur 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 Gowranga Pur
As per Census 2011, Gowranga Pur village has a total population of 708 people, consisting of 365 males and 343 females. The village has 125 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 146 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 363 literate and 345 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gowranga Pur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 708 | 365 | 343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 64 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 363 | 213 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 345 | 152 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Gowranga Pur
Gowranga Pur 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 Gowranga Pur
Gowranga Pur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gowranga Pur.
| 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 Gowranga Pur is about 8.5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhemaji to Gowranga Pur 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 Gowranga Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gowranga Pur 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 Gowranga Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gowranga Pur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gowranga Pur
Where is Gowranga Pur located?
Gowranga Pur village is located in Sissibargaon Subdivision, Dhemaji district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gowranga Pur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gowranga Pur is Namoni Silasuti.
What is the pincode of Gowranga Pur?
The pincode of Gowranga Pur is 787110.
What is the population of Gowranga Pur?
Gowranga Pur has a total population of 708, including 365 males and 343 females.
How many households are there in Gowranga Pur?
There are 125 households in Gowranga Pur.
What is the literacy rate in Gowranga Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gowranga Pur is 51.27%. Male literacy is 58.36% and female literacy is 43.73%.