Garigaon
Garigaon is a village located in Khumtai subdivision of Golaghat district in Assam, India. It is situated 22km away from Golaghat, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Garigaon village. As per 2009 stats, Kacaupather is the gram panchayat of Garigaon village.
Garigaon has its own place in the vibrant Golaghat region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Garigaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garigaon is 294322. The village spans a total geographical area of 296.69 hectares. Golaghat is nearest town to Garigaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Garigaon
Population of Garigaon
Below is a concise population overview of Garigaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,934 | 971 | 963 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 114 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,389 | 749 | 640 |
| Illiterate Population | 545 | 222 | 323 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garigaon village:
- The total population of Garigaon village is around 1,934, including approximately 971 males and 963 females, with a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 238 children aged 0–6 years in Garigaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Garigaon village has 10 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Garigaon village is about 71.82%, with male literacy at 77.14% and female literacy at 66.46%.
- There are around 440 households in Garigaon village.
Connectivity of Garigaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garigaon. As per the 2011 stats, Garigaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garigaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Garigaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garigaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garigaon
- Where is Garigaon located?
- Garigaon village is situated in Khumtai Subdivision, within the Golaghat district of Assam, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garigaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Garigaon is Kacaupather (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Garigaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garigaon is 1,934, with 971 males and 963 females.
- How many households are there in Garigaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garigaon village has a total of 440 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garigaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garigaon is 71.82%. The male literacy rate is 77.14%, while the female literacy rate is 66.46%.