Bongaon

Bongaon is a village located in Jorhat East subdivision of Jorhat district in Assam, India. It is situated 6km away from Jorhat, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Bongaon village. As per 2009 stats, Kakojan is the gram panchayat of Bongaon village.

Bongaon has its own place in the vibrant Jorhat region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Bongaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bongaon is 293711. The village spans a total geographical area of 229.15 hectares. Jorhat is nearest town to Bongaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

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Population of Bongaon

Below is a concise population overview of Bongaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,621 814 807
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 142 71 71
Scheduled Castes (SC) 108 57 51
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,404 725 679
Illiterate Population 217 89 128

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bongaon village:

  • The total population of Bongaon village is around 1,621, including approximately 814 males and 807 females, with a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 142 children aged 0–6 years in Bongaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bongaon village has 108 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Bongaon village is about 86.61%, with male literacy at 89.07% and female literacy at 84.14%.
  • There are around 373 households in Bongaon village.

Connectivity of Bongaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bongaon. As per the 2011 stats, Bongaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Bongaon

Knowing the nearby villages of Bongaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bongaon.

Borkhalia Gaon Bormoinaparia Gaon Bam Dhekia Khowa Tinikuria Dhekia Khowa Dhari Gaon Bharalowa Sonari Bum Kukura Chowa Dagar Chowk Garia Habi Sorumona Poria Matali Gaon

Frequently Asked Questions about Bongaon

Where is Bongaon located?
Bongaon village is situated in Jorhat East Subdivision, within the Jorhat district of Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bongaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bongaon is Kakojan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Bongaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bongaon is 1,621, with 814 males and 807 females.
How many households are there in Bongaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bongaon village has a total of 373 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bongaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bongaon is 86.61%. The male literacy rate is 89.07%, while the female literacy rate is 84.14%.