Daini Gaon - Jorhat West, Jorhat
Daini Gaon is a village situated in the Jorhat West subdivision of Jorhat district, Assam. It is located approximately 16 km from Jorhat, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Potia Fokala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daini Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daini Gaon is 293558. The village covers a total geographical area of 125 hectares and falls under the 785008 pincode. Jorhat is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Daini 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 Daini Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Daini Gaon village had a total population of 80 people, including 39 males and 41 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.00%, with male literacy at 71.43% and female literacy at 68.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 56, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 80 | 39 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 14 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Daini Gaon
Daini 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 Daini Gaon
Daini Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Daini Gaon is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jorhat to Daini Gaon is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daini Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daini Gaon 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 Daini 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 Daini 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Daini Gaon
Where is Daini Gaon located?
Daini Gaon village is located in Jorhat West Subdivision, Jorhat district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daini Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Daini Gaon is Potia Fokala.
What is the pincode of Daini Gaon?
The pincode of Daini Gaon is 785008.
What is the population of Daini Gaon?
Daini Gaon had a total population of 80, including 39 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Daini Gaon?
Daini Gaon had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daini Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daini Gaon was 70.00%. Male literacy was 71.43% and female literacy was 68.57%.