Guhain Gaon - Jorhat West, Jorhat
Guhain Gaon is a village situated in the Jorhat West subdivision of Jorhat district, Assam. It is located approximately 13 km from Jorhat, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Dakhinpub Namoni Charaibahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guhain Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guhain Gaon is 293666. The village covers a total geographical area of 234.69 hectares and falls under the 785015 pincode. Jorhat is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Guhain 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 Guhain Gaon
As per Census 2011, Guhain Gaon village has a total population of 1,353 people, consisting of 694 males and 659 females. The village has 303 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 121 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,122 literate and 231 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guhain Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,353 | 694 | 659 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 67 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,122 | 585 | 537 |
| Illiterate Population | 231 | 109 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Guhain Gaon
Guhain 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 Guhain Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Guhain Gaon. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Guhain Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Guhain Gaon is about 13 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 Guhain Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guhain Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Guhain 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 Guhain 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Guhain Gaon
Where is Guhain Gaon located?
Guhain Gaon village is located in Jorhat West Subdivision, Jorhat district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guhain Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Guhain Gaon is Dakhinpub Namoni Charaibahi.
What is the pincode of Guhain Gaon?
The pincode of Guhain Gaon is 785015.
What is the population of Guhain Gaon?
Guhain Gaon has a total population of 1,353, including 694 males and 659 females.
How many households are there in Guhain Gaon?
There are 303 households in Guhain Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Guhain Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guhain Gaon is 82.93%. Male literacy is 84.29% and female literacy is 81.49%.