Deka Gaon - Mariani, Jorhat
Deka Gaon is a village situated in the Mariani subdivision of Jorhat district, Assam. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mariani and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Jorhat. Dakhin Koronga serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Deka Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deka Gaon is 294132. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.35 hectares and falls under the 785634 pincode. Mariani is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Deka 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 Titabar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deka Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Deka Gaon village had a total population of 319 people, including 161 males and 158 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.19%, with male literacy at 78.99% and female literacy at 69.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 319 | 161 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 207 | 109 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 52 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Deka Gaon
Deka 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 Deka Gaon
Deka Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Deka Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mariani to Deka Gaon is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jorhat to Deka Gaon is about 18 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 Deka Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deka 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Deka 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 Deka 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Deka Gaon
Where is Deka Gaon located?
Deka Gaon village is located in Mariani Subdivision, Jorhat district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Deka Gaon?
The Gaon Panchayat of Deka Gaon is Dakhin Koronga.
What is the pincode of Deka Gaon?
The pincode of Deka Gaon is 785634.
What is the population of Deka Gaon?
Deka Gaon had a total population of 319, including 161 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Deka Gaon?
Deka Gaon had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deka Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deka Gaon was 74.19%. Male literacy was 78.99% and female literacy was 69.50%.