Garhaguri - Kaliabor, Nagaon
Garhaguri is a village situated in the Kaliabor subdivision of Nagaon district, Assam. Rahdhola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garhaguri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhaguri is 284086. The village covers a total geographical area of 261.73 hectares and falls under the 782120 pincode. Tezpur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Garhaguri 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 Garhaguri
As per Census 2011, Garhaguri village has a total population of 891 people, consisting of 440 males and 451 females. The village has 202 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 693 literate and 198 illiterate residents. Additionally, 88 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garhaguri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 891 | 440 | 451 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 37 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 46 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 693 | 358 | 335 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 82 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Garhaguri
Garhaguri 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 Garhaguri
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Garhaguri. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Garhaguri.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tezpur to Garhaguri is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaon to Garhaguri is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garhaguri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhaguri 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 Garhaguri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhaguri 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 Garhaguri
Where is Garhaguri located?
Garhaguri village is located in Kaliabor Subdivision, Nagaon district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garhaguri?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhaguri is Rahdhola.
What is the pincode of Garhaguri?
The pincode of Garhaguri is 782120.
What is the population of Garhaguri?
Garhaguri has a total population of 891, including 440 males and 451 females.
How many households are there in Garhaguri?
There are 202 households in Garhaguri.
What is the literacy rate in Garhaguri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhaguri is 77.78%. Male literacy is 81.36% and female literacy is 74.28%.