Garchinga (Gorginga) - Tingkhong, Dibrugarh
Garchinga (Gorginga) is a village situated in the Tingkhong subdivision of Dibrugarh district, Assam. It is located approximately 69 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tingkhong and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Dibrugarh. Pithaguti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garchinga (Gorginga) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garchinga (Gorginga) is 292187. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.73 hectares and falls under the 786612 pincode. Moran is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Garchinga (Gorginga) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garchinga (Gorginga)
According to the 2011 Census, Garchinga (Gorginga) village had a total population of 584 people, including 302 males and 282 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.16%, with male literacy at 80.31% and female literacy at 65.57%.
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 | 584 | 302 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 43 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 368 | 208 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 94 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Garchinga (Gorginga)
Garchinga (Gorginga) 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 Garchinga (Gorginga)
Public transport in the Garchinga (Gorginga) is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Garchinga (Gorginga).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Garchinga (Gorginga) is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dibrugarh to Garchinga (Gorginga) is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garchinga (Gorginga)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garchinga (Gorginga) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garchinga (Gorginga)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garchinga (Gorginga) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Garchinga (Gorginga)
Where is Garchinga (Gorginga) located?
Garchinga (Gorginga) village is located in Tingkhong Subdivision, Dibrugarh district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garchinga (Gorginga)?
The Gram Panchayat of Garchinga (Gorginga) is Pithaguti.
What is the pincode of Garchinga (Gorginga)?
The pincode of Garchinga (Gorginga) is 786612.
What is the population of Garchinga (Gorginga)?
Garchinga (Gorginga) had a total population of 584, including 302 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Garchinga (Gorginga)?
Garchinga (Gorginga) had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garchinga (Gorginga)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garchinga (Gorginga) was 73.16%. Male literacy was 80.31% and female literacy was 65.57%.