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 Gram 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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Da-Gaon village has a total population of 1,206 people, consisting of 623 males and 583 females. The village has 234 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 222 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 761 literate and 445 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,196 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Da-Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,206 | 623 | 583 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 121 | 101 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Da-Gaon?
The Gram 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 has a total population of 1,206, including 623 males and 583 females.
How many households are there in Da-Gaon?
There are 234 households in Da-Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Da-Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Da-Gaon is 63.10%. Male literacy is 67.42% and female literacy is 58.49%.