Garchiga - Naobaicha, Lakhimpur
Garchiga is a village situated in the Naobaicha subdivision of Lakhimpur district, Assam. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bilotia and around 25 km from the district headquarters in North Lakhimpur. Ranganadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garchiga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garchiga is 287886. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.07 hectares and falls under the 787052 pincode. Lakhimpur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Garchiga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naoboicha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lakhimpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garchiga
According to the 2011 Census, Garchiga village had a total population of 431 people, including 215 males and 216 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.97%, with male literacy at 93.71% and female literacy at 68.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 393.
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 | 431 | 215 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 40 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 393 | 198 | 195 |
| Literate Population | 285 | 164 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 51 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Garchiga
Garchiga 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 Garchiga
Public transport in the Garchiga is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhimpur to Garchiga is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from North Lakhimpur to Garchiga is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garchiga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garchiga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garchiga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garchiga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Garchiga
Where is Garchiga located?
Garchiga village is located in Naobaicha Subdivision, Lakhimpur district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garchiga?
The Gram Panchayat of Garchiga is Ranganadi.
What is the pincode of Garchiga?
The pincode of Garchiga is 787052.
What is the population of Garchiga?
Garchiga had a total population of 431, including 215 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Garchiga?
Garchiga had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garchiga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garchiga was 80.97%. Male literacy was 93.71% and female literacy was 68.36%.