Pam Gaon - Lanka, Hojai
Pam Gaon is a village situated in the Lanka subdivision of Hojai district, Assam. It is located approximately 8 km from Lanka and around 67 km from Nagaon. Baluhundar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pam Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pam Gaon is 285358. The village covers a total geographical area of 313.7 hectares and falls under the 782442 pincode. Lanka is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Pam 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 Pam Gaon
As per Census 2011, Pam Gaon village has a total population of 2,408 people, consisting of 1,272 males and 1,136 females. The village has 466 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 339 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,730 literate and 678 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,969 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pam Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,408 | 1,272 | 1,136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 339 | 171 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,969 | 1,054 | 915 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,730 | 975 | 755 |
| Illiterate Population | 678 | 297 | 381 |
Nearby Villages of Pam Gaon
Pam 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 Pam Gaon
Pam 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 >10 km of Pam Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Lanka to Pam Gaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaon to Pam Gaon is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pam Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pam Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pam 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 Pam Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pam Gaon
Where is Pam Gaon located?
Pam Gaon village is located in Lanka Subdivision, Hojai district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pam Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Pam Gaon is Baluhundar.
What is the pincode of Pam Gaon?
The pincode of Pam Gaon is 782442.
What is the population of Pam Gaon?
Pam Gaon has a total population of 2,408, including 1,272 males and 1,136 females.
How many households are there in Pam Gaon?
There are 466 households in Pam Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Pam Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pam Gaon is 71.84%. Male literacy is 76.65% and female literacy is 66.46%.