Lokhojan Gaon - Bokakhat, Golaghat
Lokhojan Gaon is a village situated in the Bokakhat subdivision of Golaghat district, Assam. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bokakhat and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Golaghat. Rajabari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lokhojan Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lokhojan Gaon is 294241. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.06 hectares and falls under the 785612 pincode. Bokakhat is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Lokhojan Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lokhojan Gaon
As per Census 2011, Lokhojan Gaon village has a total population of 209 people, consisting of 108 males and 101 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 156 literate and 53 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lokhojan Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 209 | 108 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 156 | 81 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 27 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Lokhojan Gaon
Lokhojan 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 Lokhojan Gaon
Public transport in the Lokhojan Gaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bokakhat to Lokhojan Gaon is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Golaghat to Lokhojan Gaon is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lokhojan Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lokhojan Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lokhojan 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 Lokhojan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lokhojan Gaon
Where is Lokhojan Gaon located?
Lokhojan Gaon village is located in Bokakhat Subdivision, Golaghat district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lokhojan Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Lokhojan Gaon is Rajabari.
What is the pincode of Lokhojan Gaon?
The pincode of Lokhojan Gaon is 785612.
What is the population of Lokhojan Gaon?
Lokhojan Gaon has a total population of 209, including 108 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Lokhojan Gaon?
There are 52 households in Lokhojan Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Lokhojan Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lokhojan Gaon is 74.64%. Male literacy is 75.00% and female literacy is 74.26%.