Narongguri - Gossaigaon (Pt), Kokrajhar
Narongguri is a village situated in the Gossaigaon (Pt) subdivision of Kokrajhar district, Assam. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gossaigaon and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kokrajhar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narongguri is 279657. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.41 hectares and falls under the 783360 pincode. Gossaigaon is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Narongguri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Gossaigaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kokrajhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narongguri
According to the 2011 Census, Narongguri village had a total population of 321 people, including 159 males and 162 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.23%, with male literacy at 76.64% and female literacy at 54.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 211.
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 | 321 | 159 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 211 | 101 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 105 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 54 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Narongguri
Narongguri 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 Narongguri
Public transport in the Narongguri is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Narongguri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Gossaigaon to Narongguri is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kokrajhar to Narongguri is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narongguri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narongguri 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Narongguri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narongguri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narongguri
Where is Narongguri located?
Narongguri village is located in Gossaigaon (Pt) Subdivision, Kokrajhar district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of Narongguri?
The pincode of Narongguri is 783360.
What is the population of Narongguri?
Narongguri had a total population of 321, including 159 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Narongguri?
Narongguri had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narongguri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narongguri was 65.23%. Male literacy was 76.64% and female literacy was 54.23%.