Da-Gaon - Bokakhat, Golaghat
Da-Gaon is a village situated in the Bokakhat subdivision of Golaghat district, Assam. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bokakhat and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Golaghat. Mari Dhansiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Da-Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Da-Gaon is 294213. The village covers a total geographical area of 158.73 hectares and falls under the 785612 pincode. Bokakhat is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Da-Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Da-Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Da-Gaon village had a total population of 1,720 people, including 904 males and 816 females, living in 395 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.27%, with male literacy at 87.44% and female literacy at 78.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 52.
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 | 1,720 | 904 | 816 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 100 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 29 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 1,269 | 703 | 566 |
| Illiterate Population | 451 | 201 | 250 |
Nearby Villages of Da-Gaon
Da-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 Da-Gaon
Da-Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bokakhat to Da-Gaon is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Golaghat to Da-Gaon is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Da-Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Da-Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Da-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 Da-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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Da-Gaon
Where is Da-Gaon located?
Da-Gaon village is located in Bokakhat Subdivision, Golaghat district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Da-Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Da-Gaon is Mari Dhansiri.
What is the pincode of Da-Gaon?
The pincode of Da-Gaon is 785612.
What is the population of Da-Gaon?
Da-Gaon had a total population of 1,720, including 904 males and 816 females.
How many households are there in Da-Gaon?
Da-Gaon had 395 households.
What is the literacy rate in Da-Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Da-Gaon was 83.27%. Male literacy was 87.44% and female literacy was 78.61%.