Numaligarh Block - Bokakhat, Golaghat
Numaligarh Block is a village situated in the Bokakhat subdivision of Golaghat district, Assam. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bokakhat and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Golaghat. Numaligarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Numaligarh Block village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Numaligarh Block is 294266. The village covers a total geographical area of 248.28 hectares and falls under the 785615 pincode. Bokakhat is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Numaligarh Block village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Numaligarh Block
According to the 2011 Census, Numaligarh Block village had a total population of 948 people, including 484 males and 464 females, living in 189 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.07%, with male literacy at 86.82% and female literacy at 79.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 375, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 301.
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 | 948 | 484 | 464 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 59 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 375 | 205 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 301 | 146 | 155 |
| Literate Population | 682 | 369 | 313 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 115 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Numaligarh Block
Numaligarh Block 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 Numaligarh Block
Numaligarh Block is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Numaligarh Block is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Golaghat to Numaligarh Block is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Numaligarh Block
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Numaligarh Block village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Numaligarh Block
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Numaligarh Block 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Numaligarh Block
Where is Numaligarh Block located?
Numaligarh Block village is located in Bokakhat Subdivision, Golaghat district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Numaligarh Block?
The Gram Panchayat of Numaligarh Block is Numaligarh.
What is the pincode of Numaligarh Block?
The pincode of Numaligarh Block is 785615.
What is the population of Numaligarh Block?
Numaligarh Block had a total population of 948, including 484 males and 464 females.
How many households are there in Numaligarh Block?
Numaligarh Block had 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Numaligarh Block?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Numaligarh Block was 83.07%. Male literacy was 86.82% and female literacy was 79.04%.