Laokhowa - Moran, Dibrugarh
Laokhowa is a village situated in the Moran subdivision of Dibrugarh district, Assam. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Moran and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Dibrugarh. Sepon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laokhowa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laokhowa is 291946. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.84 hectares and falls under the 785675 pincode. Moran is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Laokhowa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Laokhowa
According to the 2011 Census, Laokhowa village had a total population of 507 people, including 248 males and 259 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 1,044 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.55%, with male literacy at 95.56% and female literacy at 79.83%.
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 | 507 | 248 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 401 | 215 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 33 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Laokhowa
Laokhowa 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 Laokhowa
Laokhowa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Laokhowa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Moran to Laokhowa is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dibrugarh to Laokhowa is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laokhowa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laokhowa 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Laokhowa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laokhowa 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Laokhowa
Where is Laokhowa located?
Laokhowa village is located in Moran Subdivision, Dibrugarh district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laokhowa?
The Gram Panchayat of Laokhowa is Sepon.
What is the pincode of Laokhowa?
The pincode of Laokhowa is 785675.
What is the population of Laokhowa?
Laokhowa had a total population of 507, including 248 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Laokhowa?
Laokhowa had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laokhowa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laokhowa was 87.55%. Male literacy was 95.56% and female literacy was 79.83%.