Dahikhor Gaon - Jorhat East, Jorhat
Dahikhor Gaon is a village situated in the Jorhat East subdivision of Jorhat district, Assam. It is located approximately 8 km from Jorhat, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Uttar Pachim Charigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dahikhor Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dahikhor Gaon is 293739. The village covers a total geographical area of 298.05 hectares and falls under the 785101 pincode. Jorhat is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Dahikhor 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 Teok Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dahikhor Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Dahikhor Gaon village had a total population of 1,991 people, including 992 males and 999 females, living in 444 households. The sex ratio was 1,007 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.75%, with male literacy at 98.13% and female literacy at 91.40%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,991 | 992 | 999 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 83 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,732 | 892 | 840 |
| Illiterate Population | 259 | 100 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Dahikhor Gaon
Dahikhor 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 Dahikhor Gaon
Dahikhor Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Jorhat to Dahikhor Gaon is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dahikhor Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dahikhor Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dahikhor 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 Dahikhor 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dahikhor Gaon
Where is Dahikhor Gaon located?
Dahikhor Gaon village is located in Jorhat East Subdivision, Jorhat district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dahikhor Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dahikhor Gaon is Uttar Pachim Charigaon.
What is the pincode of Dahikhor Gaon?
The pincode of Dahikhor Gaon is 785101.
What is the population of Dahikhor Gaon?
Dahikhor Gaon had a total population of 1,991, including 992 males and 999 females.
How many households are there in Dahikhor Gaon?
Dahikhor Gaon had 444 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dahikhor Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dahikhor Gaon was 94.75%. Male literacy was 98.13% and female literacy was 91.40%.