Ita Gaon - Lanka, Hojai
Ita Gaon is a village situated in the Lanka subdivision of Hojai district, Assam. It is located approximately 15 km from Lanka and around 75 km from Nagaon. Baluhundar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ita Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ita Gaon is 285360. The village covers a total geographical area of 376.54 hectares and falls under the 782446 pincode. Lanka is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Ita 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 Hojai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaziranga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ita Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Ita Gaon village had a total population of 1,224 people, including 652 males and 572 females, living in 248 households. The sex ratio was 877 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.76%, with male literacy at 91.51% and female literacy at 81.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 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 | 1,224 | 652 | 572 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 75 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 576 | 319 | 257 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 924 | 528 | 396 |
| Illiterate Population | 300 | 124 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Ita Gaon
Ita 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 Ita Gaon
Ita Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Ita Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lanka to Ita Gaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaon to Ita Gaon is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ita Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ita Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ita 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 Ita 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ita Gaon
Where is Ita Gaon located?
Ita Gaon village is located in Lanka Subdivision, Hojai district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ita Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Ita Gaon is Baluhundar.
What is the pincode of Ita Gaon?
The pincode of Ita Gaon is 782446.
What is the population of Ita Gaon?
Ita Gaon had a total population of 1,224, including 652 males and 572 females.
How many households are there in Ita Gaon?
Ita Gaon had 248 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ita Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ita Gaon was 86.76%. Male literacy was 91.51% and female literacy was 81.15%.