Dhobargaon - Chhaygaon, Kamrup
Dhobargaon is a village situated in the Chhaygaon subdivision of Kamrup district, Assam. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhaygaon and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Amingaon. Sattaluk serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhobargaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhobargaon is 302718. The village covers a total geographical area of 302.53 hectares and falls under the 781124 pincode. Guwahati is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Dhobargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhaygaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gauhati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhobargaon
According to the 2011 Census, Dhobargaon village had a total population of 2,042 people, including 1,049 males and 993 females, living in 420 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.47%, with male literacy at 92.45% and female literacy at 82.11%.
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 | 2,042 | 1,049 | 993 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 95 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,612 | 882 | 730 |
| Illiterate Population | 430 | 167 | 263 |
Nearby Villages of Dhobargaon
Dhobargaon 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 Dhobargaon
Dhobargaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Dhobargaon has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Guwahati to Dhobargaon is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amingaon to Dhobargaon is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhobargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhobargaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhobargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhobargaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhobargaon
Where is Dhobargaon located?
Dhobargaon village is located in Chhaygaon Subdivision, Kamrup district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhobargaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhobargaon is Sattaluk.
What is the pincode of Dhobargaon?
The pincode of Dhobargaon is 781124.
What is the population of Dhobargaon?
Dhobargaon had a total population of 2,042, including 1,049 males and 993 females.
How many households are there in Dhobargaon?
Dhobargaon had 420 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhobargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhobargaon was 87.47%. Male literacy was 92.45% and female literacy was 82.11%.