Da-Gaon - Boko, Kamrup
Da-Gaon is a village situated in the Boko subdivision of Kamrup district, Assam. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boko and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Amingaon. Dakhin Luki serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Da-Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Da-Gaon is 303070. The village covers a total geographical area of 146.38 hectares and falls under the 781123 pincode. Palashbari is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Da-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 Boko Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gauhati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Da-Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Da-Gaon village had a total population of 1,206 people, including 623 males and 583 females, living in 234 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.34%, with male literacy at 83.67% and female literacy at 70.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,196.
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 | 1,206 | 623 | 583 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 121 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,196 | 617 | 579 |
| Literate Population | 761 | 420 | 341 |
| Illiterate Population | 445 | 203 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Da-Gaon
Da-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 Da-Gaon
Public transport in the Da-Gaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Palashbari to Da-Gaon is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amingaon to Da-Gaon is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Da-Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Da-Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Da-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 Da-Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Da-Gaon
Where is Da-Gaon located?
Da-Gaon village is located in Boko Subdivision, Kamrup district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Da-Gaon?
The Gaon Panchayat of Da-Gaon is Dakhin Luki.
What is the pincode of Da-Gaon?
The pincode of Da-Gaon is 781123.
What is the population of Da-Gaon?
Da-Gaon had a total population of 1,206, including 623 males and 583 females.
How many households are there in Da-Gaon?
Da-Gaon had 234 households.
What is the literacy rate in Da-Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Da-Gaon was 77.34%. Male literacy was 83.67% and female literacy was 70.75%.