Darikial Gaon - Mariani, Jorhat
Darikial Gaon is a village situated in the Mariani subdivision of Jorhat district, Assam. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mariani and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Jorhat. Uttar Pub Nakachari serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Darikial Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darikial Gaon is 294086. The village covers a total geographical area of 235.62 hectares and falls under the 785635 pincode. Mariani is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Darikial Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mariani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darikial Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Darikial Gaon village had a total population of 2,387 people, including 1,184 males and 1,203 females, living in 516 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.80%, with male literacy at 88.81% and female literacy at 78.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 83, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 2,387 | 1,184 | 1,203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 112 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 45 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,816 | 952 | 864 |
| Illiterate Population | 571 | 232 | 339 |
Nearby Villages of Darikial Gaon
Darikial 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 Darikial Gaon
Public transport in the Darikial Gaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Darikial Gaon has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mariani to Darikial Gaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jorhat to Darikial Gaon is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darikial Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darikial Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Darikial 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 Darikial Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darikial Gaon
Where is Darikial Gaon located?
Darikial Gaon village is located in Mariani Subdivision, Jorhat district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Darikial Gaon?
The Gaon Panchayat of Darikial Gaon is Uttar Pub Nakachari.
What is the pincode of Darikial Gaon?
The pincode of Darikial Gaon is 785635.
What is the population of Darikial Gaon?
Darikial Gaon had a total population of 2,387, including 1,184 males and 1,203 females.
How many households are there in Darikial Gaon?
Darikial Gaon had 516 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darikial Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darikial Gaon was 83.80%. Male literacy was 88.81% and female literacy was 78.90%.