Dolgaon - Kaliabor, Nagaon
Dolgaon is a village situated in the Kaliabor subdivision of Nagaon district, Assam. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaliabor and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Nagaon. Hatbar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dolgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dolgaon is 284225. The village covers a total geographical area of 215.13 hectares and falls under the 782143 pincode. Tezpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Dolgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaliabor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaziranga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dolgaon
As per Census 2011, Dolgaon village has a total population of 2,343 people, consisting of 1,213 males and 1,130 females. The village has 518 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 321 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,436 literate and 907 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dolgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,343 | 1,213 | 1,130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 175 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,436 | 797 | 639 |
| Illiterate Population | 907 | 416 | 491 |
Nearby Villages of Dolgaon
Dolgaon 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 Dolgaon
Dolgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Dolgaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tezpur to Dolgaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaon to Dolgaon is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dolgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dolgaon 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dolgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dolgaon 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dolgaon
Where is Dolgaon located?
Dolgaon village is located in Kaliabor Subdivision, Nagaon district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dolgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dolgaon is Hatbar.
What is the pincode of Dolgaon?
The pincode of Dolgaon is 782143.
What is the population of Dolgaon?
Dolgaon has a total population of 2,343, including 1,213 males and 1,130 females.
How many households are there in Dolgaon?
There are 518 households in Dolgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Dolgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dolgaon is 61.29%. Male literacy is 65.70% and female literacy is 56.55%.