Usha Gaon - Naharkatiya, Dibrugarh
Usha Gaon is a village situated in the Naharkatiya subdivision of Dibrugarh district, Assam. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naharkatiya and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Dibrugarh.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Usha Gaon is 292330. The village covers a total geographical area of 367.6 hectares and falls under the 786614 pincode. Naharkatia is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Usha Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Population of Usha Gaon
As per Census 2011, Usha Gaon village has a total population of 1,239 people, consisting of 638 males and 601 females. The village has 240 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 127 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 989 literate and 250 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Usha Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,239 | 638 | 601 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 71 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 989 | 530 | 459 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 108 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Usha Gaon
Usha 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 Usha Gaon
Usha Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Naharkatia to Usha Gaon is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dibrugarh to Usha Gaon is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Usha Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Usha Gaon 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Usha 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 Usha Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Usha Gaon
Where is Usha Gaon located?
Usha Gaon village is located in Naharkatiya Subdivision, Dibrugarh district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of Usha Gaon?
The pincode of Usha Gaon is 786614.
What is the population of Usha Gaon?
Usha Gaon has a total population of 1,239, including 638 males and 601 females.
How many households are there in Usha Gaon?
There are 240 households in Usha Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Usha Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Usha Gaon is 79.82%. Male literacy is 83.07% and female literacy is 76.37%.