Bongal Gaon - Dergaon, Golaghat
Bongal Gaon is a village situated in the Dergaon subdivision of Golaghat district, Assam. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dergaon and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Golaghat. Pub Misamora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bongal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bongal Gaon is 294385. The village covers a total geographical area of 284.46 hectares and falls under the 785614 pincode. Dergaon is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Bongal Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khumtai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaziranga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bongal Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bongal Gaon village had a total population of 1,936 people, including 961 males and 975 females, living in 439 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.70%, with male literacy at 96.96% and female literacy at 92.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29.
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 | 1,936 | 961 | 975 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 72 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 19 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,680 | 862 | 818 |
| Illiterate Population | 256 | 99 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Bongal Gaon
Bongal 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 Bongal Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Bongal Gaon. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Bongal Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dergaon to Bongal Gaon is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Golaghat to Bongal Gaon is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bongal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bongal 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bongal 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 Bongal 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bongal Gaon
Where is Bongal Gaon located?
Bongal Gaon village is located in Dergaon Subdivision, Golaghat district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bongal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bongal Gaon is Pub Misamora.
What is the pincode of Bongal Gaon?
The pincode of Bongal Gaon is 785614.
What is the population of Bongal Gaon?
Bongal Gaon had a total population of 1,936, including 961 males and 975 females.
How many households are there in Bongal Gaon?
Bongal Gaon had 439 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bongal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bongal Gaon was 94.70%. Male literacy was 96.96% and female literacy was 92.43%.