Gharfalia Gaon - Teok, Jorhat
Gharfalia Gaon is a village situated in the Teok subdivision of Jorhat district, Assam. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Teok and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Jorhat. Chintamonigarh serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Gharfalia Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gharfalia Gaon is 293791. The village covers a total geographical area of 265.71 hectares and falls under the 785682 pincode. Teok is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gharfalia 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 Gharfalia Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Gharfalia Gaon village had a total population of 1,279 people, including 663 males and 616 females, living in 286 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.51%, with male literacy at 97.70% and female literacy at 91.13%.
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 | 1,279 | 663 | 616 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 53 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,120 | 596 | 524 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 67 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Gharfalia Gaon
Gharfalia 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 Gharfalia Gaon
Gharfalia Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Teok to Gharfalia Gaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jorhat to Gharfalia Gaon is about 20 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 Gharfalia Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gharfalia 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 Gharfalia 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 Gharfalia Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gharfalia Gaon
Where is Gharfalia Gaon located?
Gharfalia Gaon village is located in Teok Subdivision, Jorhat district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Gharfalia Gaon?
The Gaon Panchayat of Gharfalia Gaon is Chintamonigarh.
What is the pincode of Gharfalia Gaon?
The pincode of Gharfalia Gaon is 785682.
What is the population of Gharfalia Gaon?
Gharfalia Gaon had a total population of 1,279, including 663 males and 616 females.
How many households are there in Gharfalia Gaon?
Gharfalia Gaon had 286 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gharfalia Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gharfalia Gaon was 94.51%. Male literacy was 97.70% and female literacy was 91.13%.