Ahom Gaon - Bokakhat, Golaghat
Ahom Gaon is a village situated in the Bokakhat subdivision of Golaghat district, Assam. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bakakhat and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Golaghat. Uttar-pub Kaziranga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ahom Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ahom Gaon is 294198. The village covers a total geographical area of 268.13 hectares and falls under the 785615 pincode. Bakakhat is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Ahom Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ahom Gaon
As per Census 2011, Ahom Gaon village has a total population of 1,784 people, consisting of 914 males and 870 females. The village has 363 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 285 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 953 literate and 831 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ahom Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,784 | 914 | 870 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 285 | 161 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 58 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 953 | 561 | 392 |
| Illiterate Population | 831 | 353 | 478 |
Nearby Villages of Ahom Gaon
Ahom 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 Ahom Gaon
Public transport in the Ahom Gaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bakakhat to Ahom Gaon is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Golaghat to Ahom 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 Ahom Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ahom 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ahom 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 Ahom Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ahom Gaon
Where is Ahom Gaon located?
Ahom Gaon village is located in Bokakhat Subdivision, Golaghat district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ahom Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Ahom Gaon is Uttar-pub Kaziranga.
What is the pincode of Ahom Gaon?
The pincode of Ahom Gaon is 785615.
What is the population of Ahom Gaon?
Ahom Gaon has a total population of 1,784, including 914 males and 870 females.
How many households are there in Ahom Gaon?
There are 363 households in Ahom Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Ahom Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ahom Gaon is 53.42%. Male literacy is 61.38% and female literacy is 45.06%.