Garukani - Sarupathar, Golaghat
Garukani is a village situated in the Sarupathar subdivision of Golaghat district, Assam. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Borpathar and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Golaghat. Tengani serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Garukani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garukani is 295255. The village covers a total geographical area of 52 hectares and falls under the 785602 pincode. Sarupathar is the nearest town.
Garukani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head.
Population of Garukani
According to the 2011 Census, Garukani village had a total population of 792 people, including 413 males and 379 females, living in 178 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.65%, with male literacy at 87.95% and female literacy at 83.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 19.
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 | 792 | 413 | 379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 81 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 555 | 292 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 121 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Garukani
Garukani 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 Garukani
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Garukani. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Garukani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Golaghat to Garukani is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garukani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garukani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Garukani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garukani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garukani
Where is Garukani located?
Garukani village is located in Sarupathar Subdivision, Golaghat district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Garukani?
The Gaon Panchayat of Garukani is Tengani.
What is the pincode of Garukani?
The pincode of Garukani is 785602.
What is the population of Garukani?
Garukani had a total population of 792, including 413 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Garukani?
Garukani had 178 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garukani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garukani was 85.65%. Male literacy was 87.95% and female literacy was 83.23%.