Upper Garumora - Dergaon, Golaghat
Upper Garumora is a village situated in the Dergaon subdivision of Golaghat district, Assam. It is located approximately 15 km from Jorhat and around 15 km from Jorhat. Madhya Parbatia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Upper Garumora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Upper Garumora is 293591. The village covers a total geographical area of 268.87 hectares and falls under the 785703 pincode. Jorhat is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Upper Garumora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dergaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaziranga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Upper Garumora
As per Census 2011, Upper Garumora village has a total population of 982 people, consisting of 521 males and 461 females. The village has 200 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 849 literate and 133 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Upper Garumora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 982 | 521 | 461 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 61 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 47 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 849 | 447 | 402 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 74 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Upper Garumora
Upper Garumora 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 Upper Garumora
Upper Garumora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jorhat to Upper Garumora is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Upper Garumora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Upper Garumora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Upper Garumora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Upper Garumora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Upper Garumora
Where is Upper Garumora located?
Upper Garumora village is located in Dergaon Subdivision, Golaghat district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Upper Garumora?
The Gram Panchayat of Upper Garumora is Madhya Parbatia.
What is the pincode of Upper Garumora?
The pincode of Upper Garumora is 785703.
What is the population of Upper Garumora?
Upper Garumora has a total population of 982, including 521 males and 461 females.
How many households are there in Upper Garumora?
There are 200 households in Upper Garumora.
What is the literacy rate in Upper Garumora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Upper Garumora is 86.46%. Male literacy is 85.80% and female literacy is 87.20%.