Turung Gaon - Titabor, Jorhat
Turung Gaon is a village situated in the Titabor subdivision of Jorhat district, Assam. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Titabor and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Jorhat. Rajabahar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turung Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turung Gaon is 294034. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.44 hectares and falls under the 785630 pincode. Titabor is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Turung 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 Titabar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turung Gaon
As per Census 2011, Turung Gaon village has a total population of 929 people, consisting of 478 males and 451 females. The village has 194 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 88 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 780 literate and 149 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 167 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Turung Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 929 | 478 | 451 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 48 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 167 | 84 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 780 | 425 | 355 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 53 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Turung Gaon
Turung 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 Turung Gaon
Public transport in the Turung Gaon is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Turung Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Titabor to Turung Gaon is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jorhat to Turung 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 Turung Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turung Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Turung 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 Turung Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Turung Gaon
Where is Turung Gaon located?
Turung Gaon village is located in Titabor Subdivision, Jorhat district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turung Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Turung Gaon is Rajabahar.
What is the pincode of Turung Gaon?
The pincode of Turung Gaon is 785630.
What is the population of Turung Gaon?
Turung Gaon has a total population of 929, including 478 males and 451 females.
How many households are there in Turung Gaon?
There are 194 households in Turung Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Turung Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turung Gaon is 83.96%. Male literacy is 88.91% and female literacy is 78.71%.