Naojan Gaon - Sarupathar, Golaghat
Naojan Gaon is a village situated in the Sarupathar subdivision of Golaghat district, Assam. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sarupathar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Golaghat. Paschim Naojan serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Naojan Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naojan Gaon is 294936. The village covers a total geographical area of 247.46 hectares and falls under the 785602 pincode. Sarupathar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Naojan Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head.
Population of Naojan Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Naojan Gaon village had a total population of 2,406 people, including 1,234 males and 1,172 females, living in 553 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.81%, with male literacy at 86.45% and female literacy at 78.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 131, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
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 | 2,406 | 1,234 | 1,172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 318 | 164 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 64 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 8 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,729 | 925 | 804 |
| Illiterate Population | 677 | 309 | 368 |
Nearby Villages of Naojan Gaon
Naojan 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 Naojan Gaon
Naojan Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Naojan Gaon has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sarupathar to Naojan Gaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Golaghat to Naojan Gaon is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naojan Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naojan Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Naojan 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 Naojan Gaon 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Naojan Gaon
Where is Naojan Gaon located?
Naojan Gaon village is located in Sarupathar Subdivision, Golaghat district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Naojan Gaon?
The Gaon Panchayat of Naojan Gaon is Paschim Naojan.
What is the pincode of Naojan Gaon?
The pincode of Naojan Gaon is 785602.
What is the population of Naojan Gaon?
Naojan Gaon had a total population of 2,406, including 1,234 males and 1,172 females.
How many households are there in Naojan Gaon?
Naojan Gaon had 553 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naojan Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naojan Gaon was 82.81%. Male literacy was 86.45% and female literacy was 78.98%.