Samukjan - Sarupathar, Golaghat
Samukjan is a village situated in the Sarupathar subdivision of Golaghat district, Assam. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Borpathar and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Golaghat. Tengani serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Samukjan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samukjan is 295254. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.99 hectares and falls under the 785602 pincode. Borpathar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Samukjan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head.
Population of Samukjan
According to the 2011 Census, Samukjan village had a total population of 254 people, including 130 males and 124 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.04%, with male literacy at 92.59% and female literacy at 83.17%.
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 | 254 | 130 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 100 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 30 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Samukjan
Samukjan 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 Samukjan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Samukjan. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Samukjan.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Borpathar to Samukjan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Golaghat to Samukjan is about 16 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 Samukjan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samukjan 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 Samukjan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samukjan 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 Samukjan
Where is Samukjan located?
Samukjan village is located in Sarupathar Subdivision, Golaghat district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Samukjan?
The Gaon Panchayat of Samukjan is Tengani.
What is the pincode of Samukjan?
The pincode of Samukjan is 785602.
What is the population of Samukjan?
Samukjan had a total population of 254, including 130 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Samukjan?
Samukjan had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samukjan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samukjan was 88.04%. Male literacy was 92.59% and female literacy was 83.17%.