Jarang Disha - Lanka, Hojai
Jarang Disha is a village situated in the Lanka subdivision of Hojai district, Assam. It is located approximately 111 km from Nagaon. Paschim Lumding serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jarang Disha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jarang Disha is 285461. The village covers a total geographical area of 292.11 hectares and falls under the 782442 pincode. Lumding is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Jarang Disha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lumding Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaziranga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jarang Disha
As per Census 2011, Jarang Disha village has a total population of 4,706 people, consisting of 2,416 males and 2,290 females. The village has 972 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 557 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,545 literate and 1,161 illiterate residents. Additionally, 257 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jarang Disha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,706 | 2,416 | 2,290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 557 | 303 | 254 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 257 | 131 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 3,545 | 1,893 | 1,652 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,161 | 523 | 638 |
Nearby Villages of Jarang Disha
Jarang Disha 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 Jarang Disha
Jarang Disha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Jarang Disha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lumding to Jarang Disha is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaon to Jarang Disha is about 111 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jarang Disha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jarang Disha 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 Jarang Disha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jarang Disha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Jarang Disha
Where is Jarang Disha located?
Jarang Disha village is located in Lanka Subdivision, Hojai district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jarang Disha?
The Gram Panchayat of Jarang Disha is Paschim Lumding.
What is the pincode of Jarang Disha?
The pincode of Jarang Disha is 782442.
What is the population of Jarang Disha?
Jarang Disha has a total population of 4,706, including 2,416 males and 2,290 females.
How many households are there in Jarang Disha?
There are 972 households in Jarang Disha.
What is the literacy rate in Jarang Disha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jarang Disha is 75.33%. Male literacy is 78.35% and female literacy is 72.14%.