Riri Gaon - Bokakhat, Golaghat
Riri Gaon is a village situated in the Bokakhat subdivision of Golaghat district, Assam. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bokakhat and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Golaghat. Desoi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Riri Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Riri Gaon is 294252. The village covers a total geographical area of 637.95 hectares and falls under the 785609 pincode. Bokakhat is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Riri Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Riri Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Riri Gaon village had a total population of 1,100 people, including 558 males and 542 females, living in 159 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.81%, with male literacy at 67.86% and female literacy at 42.01%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 992.
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 | 1,100 | 558 | 542 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 110 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 992 | 503 | 489 |
| Literate Population | 496 | 304 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 604 | 254 | 350 |
Nearby Villages of Riri Gaon
Riri 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 Riri Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Riri Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Riri Gaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Golaghat to Riri Gaon is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Riri Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Riri Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Riri 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 Riri Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Riri Gaon
Where is Riri Gaon located?
Riri Gaon village is located in Bokakhat Subdivision, Golaghat district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Riri Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Riri Gaon is Desoi.
What is the pincode of Riri Gaon?
The pincode of Riri Gaon is 785609.
What is the population of Riri Gaon?
Riri Gaon had a total population of 1,100, including 558 males and 542 females.
How many households are there in Riri Gaon?
Riri Gaon had 159 households.
What is the literacy rate in Riri Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Riri Gaon was 54.81%. Male literacy was 67.86% and female literacy was 42.01%.