Langkona - Boko, Kamrup
Langkona is a village situated in the Boko subdivision of Kamrup district, Assam. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boko and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Amingaon. Dakhin Boko serves as the Gram Panchayat for Langkona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Langkona is 303031. The village covers a total geographical area of 274.84 hectares and falls under the 781123 pincode. Palashbari is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Langkona 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 Langkona
As per Census 2011, Langkona village has a total population of 1,023 people, consisting of 508 males and 515 females. The village has 225 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 773 literate and 250 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 415 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Langkona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,023 | 508 | 515 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 56 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 415 | 207 | 208 |
| Literate Population | 773 | 403 | 370 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 105 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Langkona
Langkona 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 Langkona
Public transport in the Langkona is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Langkona.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palashbari to Langkona is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amingaon to Langkona is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Langkona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Langkona 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Langkona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Langkona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Langkona
Where is Langkona located?
Langkona village is located in Boko Subdivision, Kamrup district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Langkona?
The Gram Panchayat of Langkona is Dakhin Boko.
What is the pincode of Langkona?
The pincode of Langkona is 781123.
What is the population of Langkona?
Langkona has a total population of 1,023, including 508 males and 515 females.
How many households are there in Langkona?
There are 225 households in Langkona.
What is the literacy rate in Langkona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Langkona is 75.56%. Male literacy is 79.33% and female literacy is 71.84%.