Village No.6 Block No.3 - Lanka, Hojai
Village No.6 Block No.3 is a village situated in the Lanka subdivision of Hojai district, Assam. It is located approximately 17 km from Lanka and around 72 km from Nagaon. Taralangsu Dimaru Tongia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Village No.6 Block No.3 village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Village No.6 Block No.3 is 285413. The village covers a total geographical area of 198.1 hectares and falls under the 782446 pincode. Lanka is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Village No.6 Block No.3 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 Village No.6 Block No.3
According to the 2011 Census, Village No.6 Block No.3 had a total population of 831 people, including 403 males and 428 females, living in 158 households. The sex ratio was 1,062 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.95%, with male literacy at 76.01% and female literacy at 62.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 70, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 831 | 403 | 428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 57 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 34 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 493 | 263 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 338 | 140 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Village No.6 Block No.3
Village No.6 Block No.3 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 Village No.6 Block No.3
Public transport in the Village No.6 Block No.3 is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lanka to Village No.6 Block No.3 is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaon to Village No.6 Block No.3 is about 72 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 Village No.6 Block No.3
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Village No.6 Block No.3 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Village No.6 Block No.3
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Village No.6 Block No.3 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Village No.6 Block No.3
Where is Village No.6 Block No.3 located?
Village No.6 Block No.3 village is located in Lanka Subdivision, Hojai district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Village No.6 Block No.3?
The Gram Panchayat of Village No.6 Block No.3 is Taralangsu Dimaru Tongia.
What is the pincode of Village No.6 Block No.3?
The pincode of Village No.6 Block No.3 is 782446.
What is the population of Village No.6 Block No.3?
Village No.6 Block No.3 had a total population of 831, including 403 males and 428 females.
How many households are there in Village No.6 Block No.3?
Village No.6 Block No.3 had 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Village No.6 Block No.3?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Village No.6 Block No.3 was 68.95%. Male literacy was 76.01% and female literacy was 62.33%.