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
According to the 2011 Census, Usha Gaon village had a total population of 1,239 people, including 638 males and 601 females, living in 240 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.94%, with male literacy at 93.47% and female literacy at 84.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 1,239 | 638 | 601 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 71 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,239, including 638 males and 601 females.
How many households are there in Usha Gaon?
Usha Gaon had 240 households.
What is the literacy rate in Usha Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Usha Gaon was 88.94%. Male literacy was 93.47% and female literacy was 84.22%.