Kumar Gaon - Teok, Jorhat
Kumar 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 30 km from the district headquarters in Jorhat. Jhanjimukh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kumar Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kumar Gaon is 293766. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.74 hectares and falls under the 785107 pincode. Teok is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kumar 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 Kumar Gaon
As per Census 2011, Kumar Gaon village has a total population of 532 people, consisting of 270 males and 262 females. The village has 124 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 413 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 93 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kumar Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 532 | 270 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 28 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 50 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 413 | 222 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 48 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Kumar Gaon
Kumar 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 Kumar Gaon
Kumar Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Teok to Kumar Gaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jorhat to Kumar 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 Kumar Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kumar Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kumar 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 Kumar Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kumar Gaon
Where is Kumar Gaon located?
Kumar Gaon village is located in Teok Subdivision, Jorhat district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kumar Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kumar Gaon is Jhanjimukh.
What is the pincode of Kumar Gaon?
The pincode of Kumar Gaon is 785107.
What is the population of Kumar Gaon?
Kumar Gaon has a total population of 532, including 270 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Kumar Gaon?
There are 124 households in Kumar Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Kumar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kumar Gaon is 77.63%. Male literacy is 82.22% and female literacy is 72.90%.