Gorubandha - Kaliabor, Nagaon
Gorubandha is a village situated in the Kaliabor subdivision of Nagaon district, Assam. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaliabor and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Nagaon. Jakhalabandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gorubandha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorubandha is 284238. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.92 hectares and falls under the 782136 pincode. Tezpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Gorubandha 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 Gorubandha
As per Census 2011, Gorubandha village has a total population of 1,731 people, consisting of 898 males and 833 females. The village has 322 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 183 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,178 literate and 553 illiterate residents. Additionally, 87 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gorubandha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,731 | 898 | 833 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 93 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 45 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 1,178 | 657 | 521 |
| Illiterate Population | 553 | 241 | 312 |
Nearby Villages of Gorubandha
Gorubandha 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 Gorubandha
Gorubandha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Gorubandha has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tezpur to Gorubandha is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaon to Gorubandha is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorubandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorubandha 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 Gorubandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorubandha 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gorubandha
Where is Gorubandha located?
Gorubandha village is located in Kaliabor Subdivision, Nagaon district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorubandha?
The Gram Panchayat of Gorubandha is Jakhalabandha.
What is the pincode of Gorubandha?
The pincode of Gorubandha is 782136.
What is the population of Gorubandha?
Gorubandha has a total population of 1,731, including 898 males and 833 females.
How many households are there in Gorubandha?
There are 322 households in Gorubandha.
What is the literacy rate in Gorubandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorubandha is 68.05%. Male literacy is 73.16% and female literacy is 62.55%.