Bongali Gaon - Bokakhat, Golaghat
Bongali 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 Bongali Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bongali Gaon is 294194. The village covers a total geographical area of 191.78 hectares and falls under the 785615 pincode. Bakakhat is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Bongali Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bongali Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bongali Gaon village had a total population of 1,425 people, including 739 males and 686 females, living in 314 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.73%, with male literacy at 77.85% and female literacy at 63.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 1,425 | 739 | 686 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 98 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 877 | 499 | 378 |
| Illiterate Population | 548 | 240 | 308 |
Nearby Villages of Bongali Gaon
Bongali 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 Bongali Gaon
Public transport in the Bongali 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 Bongali Gaon is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Golaghat to Bongali 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 Bongali Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bongali Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bongali 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 Bongali Gaon 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Bongali Gaon
Where is Bongali Gaon located?
Bongali Gaon village is located in Bokakhat Subdivision, Golaghat district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bongali Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bongali Gaon is Uttar-pub Kaziranga.
What is the pincode of Bongali Gaon?
The pincode of Bongali Gaon is 785615.
What is the population of Bongali Gaon?
Bongali Gaon had a total population of 1,425, including 739 males and 686 females.
How many households are there in Bongali Gaon?
Bongali Gaon had 314 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bongali Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bongali Gaon was 70.73%. Male literacy was 77.85% and female literacy was 63.11%.