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
As per Census 2011, Garchiga village has a total population of 431 people, consisting of 215 males and 216 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 285 literate and 146 illiterate residents. Additionally, 393 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garchiga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 431 | 215 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 40 | 39 |
| 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 has a total population of 431, including 215 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Garchiga?
There are 75 households in Garchiga.
What is the literacy rate in Garchiga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garchiga is 66.13%. Male literacy is 76.28% and female literacy is 56.02%.