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
As per Census 2011, Bongal Gaon village has a total population of 1,936 people, consisting of 961 males and 975 females. The village has 439 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 162 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,680 literate and 256 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bongal Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,936 | 961 | 975 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 72 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 19 | 10 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,936, including 961 males and 975 females.
How many households are there in Bongal Gaon?
There are 439 households in Bongal Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Bongal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bongal Gaon is 86.78%. Male literacy is 89.70% and female literacy is 83.90%.