Polonga Gaon - Chabua, Dibrugarh
Polonga Gaon is a village situated in the Chabua subdivision of Dibrugarh district, Assam. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chabua and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Dibrugarh. Chabua Pulunga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Polonga Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Polonga Gaon is 291453. The village covers a total geographical area of 334.33 hectares and falls under the 786103 pincode. Chabua is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Polonga 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 Lahowal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dibrugarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Polonga Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Polonga Gaon village had a total population of 1,901 people, including 1,010 males and 891 females, living in 391 households. The sex ratio was 882 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.95%, with male literacy at 72.28% and female literacy at 69.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 1,901 | 1,010 | 891 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 119 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,197 | 644 | 553 |
| Illiterate Population | 704 | 366 | 338 |
Nearby Villages of Polonga Gaon
Polonga 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 Polonga Gaon
Public transport in the Polonga Gaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Polonga Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chabua to Polonga Gaon is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dibrugarh to Polonga Gaon is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Polonga Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Polonga Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Polonga 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 Polonga Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Polonga Gaon
Where is Polonga Gaon located?
Polonga Gaon village is located in Chabua Subdivision, Dibrugarh district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Polonga Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Polonga Gaon is Chabua Pulunga.
What is the pincode of Polonga Gaon?
The pincode of Polonga Gaon is 786103.
What is the population of Polonga Gaon?
Polonga Gaon had a total population of 1,901, including 1,010 males and 891 females.
How many households are there in Polonga Gaon?
Polonga Gaon had 391 households.
What is the literacy rate in Polonga Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Polonga Gaon was 70.95%. Male literacy was 72.28% and female literacy was 69.47%.