Puranimati Bhakat Gaon - Dergaon, Golaghat
Puranimati Bhakat Gaon is a village situated in the Dergaon subdivision of Golaghat district, Assam. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dergaon and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Golaghat. Pachim Brahmaputra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puranimati Bhakat Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puranimati Bhakat Gaon is 294363. The village covers a total geographical area of 407.26 hectares and falls under the 785614 pincode. Dergaon is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Puranimati Bhakat 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 Puranimati Bhakat Gaon
As per Census 2011, Puranimati Bhakat Gaon village has a total population of 2,208 people, consisting of 1,129 males and 1,079 females. The village has 423 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 265 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,311 literate and 897 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,032 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puranimati Bhakat Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,208 | 1,129 | 1,079 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 122 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,032 | 527 | 505 |
| Literate Population | 1,311 | 754 | 557 |
| Illiterate Population | 897 | 375 | 522 |
Nearby Villages of Puranimati Bhakat Gaon
Puranimati Bhakat 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 Puranimati Bhakat Gaon
Puranimati Bhakat Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dergaon to Puranimati Bhakat Gaon is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Golaghat to Puranimati Bhakat Gaon is about 35 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 Puranimati Bhakat Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puranimati Bhakat Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Puranimati Bhakat 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 Puranimati Bhakat Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Puranimati Bhakat Gaon
Where is Puranimati Bhakat Gaon located?
Puranimati Bhakat Gaon village is located in Dergaon Subdivision, Golaghat district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puranimati Bhakat Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Puranimati Bhakat Gaon is Pachim Brahmaputra.
What is the pincode of Puranimati Bhakat Gaon?
The pincode of Puranimati Bhakat Gaon is 785614.
What is the population of Puranimati Bhakat Gaon?
Puranimati Bhakat Gaon has a total population of 2,208, including 1,129 males and 1,079 females.
How many households are there in Puranimati Bhakat Gaon?
There are 423 households in Puranimati Bhakat Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Puranimati Bhakat Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puranimati Bhakat Gaon is 59.38%. Male literacy is 66.78% and female literacy is 51.62%.