Pukia Gaon - Sissibargaon, Dhemaji
Pukia Gaon is a village situated in the Sissibargaon subdivision of Dhemaji district, Assam. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sissibargaon and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Dhemaji. Sissiborgaon serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Pukia Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pukia Gaon is 288907. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.11 hectares and falls under the 787110 pincode. Silapathar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Pukia 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 Pukia Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Pukia Gaon village had a total population of 183 people, including 97 males and 86 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.24%, with male literacy at 87.01% and female literacy at 77.33%.
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 | 183 | 97 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 20 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 67 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 30 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Pukia Gaon
Pukia 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 Pukia Gaon
Pukia Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Pukia Gaon has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silapathar to Pukia Gaon is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhemaji to Pukia Gaon is about 22 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 Pukia Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pukia Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pukia 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 Pukia Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pukia Gaon
Where is Pukia Gaon located?
Pukia Gaon village is located in Sissibargaon Subdivision, Dhemaji district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Pukia Gaon?
The Gaon Panchayat of Pukia Gaon is Sissiborgaon.
What is the pincode of Pukia Gaon?
The pincode of Pukia Gaon is 787110.
What is the population of Pukia Gaon?
Pukia Gaon had a total population of 183, including 97 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Pukia Gaon?
Pukia Gaon had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pukia Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pukia Gaon was 82.24%. Male literacy was 87.01% and female literacy was 77.33%.