Holuwa Gaon - Teok, Jorhat
Holuwa Gaon is a village situated in the Teok subdivision of Jorhat district, Assam. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Teok and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Jorhat. Lahing serves as the Gram Panchayat for Holuwa Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Holuwa Gaon is 293848. The village covers a total geographical area of 190.98 hectares and falls under the 785636 pincode. Teok. is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Holuwa 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 Mariani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Holuwa Gaon
As per Census 2011, Holuwa Gaon village has a total population of 1,274 people, consisting of 641 males and 633 females. The village has 303 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 737 literate and 537 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Holuwa Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,274 | 641 | 633 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 79 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 737 | 427 | 310 |
| Illiterate Population | 537 | 214 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Holuwa Gaon
Holuwa 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 Holuwa Gaon
Holuwa Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Holuwa Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Teok. to Holuwa Gaon is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jorhat to Holuwa Gaon is about 30 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 Holuwa Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Holuwa Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Holuwa 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 Holuwa Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Holuwa Gaon
Where is Holuwa Gaon located?
Holuwa Gaon village is located in Teok Subdivision, Jorhat district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Holuwa Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Holuwa Gaon is Lahing.
What is the pincode of Holuwa Gaon?
The pincode of Holuwa Gaon is 785636.
What is the population of Holuwa Gaon?
Holuwa Gaon has a total population of 1,274, including 641 males and 633 females.
How many households are there in Holuwa Gaon?
There are 303 households in Holuwa Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Holuwa Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Holuwa Gaon is 57.85%. Male literacy is 66.61% and female literacy is 48.97%.