Gandhia Gaon - Jorhat West, Jorhat
Gandhia Gaon is a village situated in the Jorhat West subdivision of Jorhat district, Assam. It is located approximately 19 km from Jorhat, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Dakhin Charaibahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gandhia Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandhia Gaon is 293674. The village covers a total geographical area of 169.04 hectares and falls under the 785008 pincode. Jorhat is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Gandhia 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 Gandhia Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Gandhia Gaon village had a total population of 502 people, including 269 males and 233 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 866 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.47%, with male literacy at 91.36% and female literacy at 87.32%. 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 | 502 | 269 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 26 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 408 | 222 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 47 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Gandhia Gaon
Gandhia 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 Gandhia Gaon
Gandhia Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gandhia Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jorhat to Gandhia Gaon is about 19 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 Gandhia Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandhia 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 Gandhia 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 Gandhia 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 Gandhia Gaon
Where is Gandhia Gaon located?
Gandhia Gaon village is located in Jorhat West Subdivision, Jorhat district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandhia Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandhia Gaon is Dakhin Charaibahi.
What is the pincode of Gandhia Gaon?
The pincode of Gandhia Gaon is 785008.
What is the population of Gandhia Gaon?
Gandhia Gaon had a total population of 502, including 269 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Gandhia Gaon?
Gandhia Gaon had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandhia Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandhia Gaon was 89.47%. Male literacy was 91.36% and female literacy was 87.32%.