Habichowa Gaon - Khumtai, Golaghat
Habichowa Gaon is a village situated in the Khumtai subdivision of Golaghat district, Assam. It is located approximately 10 km from Golaghat, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Habichowa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Habichowa Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Habichowa Gaon is 294352. The village covers a total geographical area of 520.91 hectares and falls under the 785622 pincode. Golaghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Habichowa 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 Habichowa Gaon
As per Census 2011, Habichowa Gaon village has a total population of 3,256 people, consisting of 1,702 males and 1,554 females. The village has 715 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 290 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,497 literate and 759 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Habichowa Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,256 | 1,702 | 1,554 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 290 | 171 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,497 | 1,353 | 1,144 |
| Illiterate Population | 759 | 349 | 410 |
Nearby Villages of Habichowa Gaon
Habichowa 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 Habichowa Gaon
Public transport in the Habichowa Gaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Golaghat to Habichowa Gaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Habichowa Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Habichowa Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Habichowa 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 Habichowa 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Habichowa Gaon
Where is Habichowa Gaon located?
Habichowa Gaon village is located in Khumtai Subdivision, Golaghat district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Habichowa Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Habichowa Gaon is Habichowa.
What is the pincode of Habichowa Gaon?
The pincode of Habichowa Gaon is 785622.
What is the population of Habichowa Gaon?
Habichowa Gaon has a total population of 3,256, including 1,702 males and 1,554 females.
How many households are there in Habichowa Gaon?
There are 715 households in Habichowa Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Habichowa Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Habichowa Gaon is 76.69%. Male literacy is 79.49% and female literacy is 73.62%.