Gulung Doital - Khumtai, Golaghat
Gulung Doital is a village situated in the Khumtai subdivision of Golaghat district, Assam. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dergaon and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Golaghat. Gulung Temera serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Gulung Doital village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gulung Doital is 294294. The village covers a total geographical area of 487.57 hectares and falls under the 785619 pincode. Dergaon is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Gulung Doital village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bokakhat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaziranga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gulung Doital
According to the 2011 Census, Gulung Doital village had a total population of 1,744 people, including 903 males and 841 females, living in 325 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.98%, with male literacy at 77.37% and female literacy at 57.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 145, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,576.
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 | 1,744 | 903 | 841 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 112 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 83 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,576 | 806 | 770 |
| Literate Population | 1,038 | 612 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 706 | 291 | 415 |
Nearby Villages of Gulung Doital
Gulung Doital 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 Gulung Doital
Public transport in the Gulung Doital is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gulung Doital.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dergaon to Gulung Doital is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Golaghat to Gulung Doital is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gulung Doital
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gulung Doital village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gulung Doital
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gulung Doital village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gulung Doital
Where is Gulung Doital located?
Gulung Doital village is located in Khumtai Subdivision, Golaghat district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Gulung Doital?
The Gaon Panchayat of Gulung Doital is Gulung Temera.
What is the pincode of Gulung Doital?
The pincode of Gulung Doital is 785619.
What is the population of Gulung Doital?
Gulung Doital had a total population of 1,744, including 903 males and 841 females.
How many households are there in Gulung Doital?
Gulung Doital had 325 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gulung Doital?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gulung Doital was 67.98%. Male literacy was 77.37% and female literacy was 57.88%.