Namgaon - Kaliabor, Nagaon
Namgaon is a village situated in the Kaliabor subdivision of Nagaon district, Assam. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaliabor and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Nagaon. Niz Borbhugia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Namgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Namgaon is 284094. The village covers a total geographical area of 354.85 hectares and falls under the 782143 pincode. Tezpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Namgaon 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 Namgaon
As per Census 2011, Namgaon village has a total population of 646 people, consisting of 330 males and 316 females. The village has 138 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 545 literate and 101 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Namgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 646 | 330 | 316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 12 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 545 | 277 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 53 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Namgaon
Namgaon 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 Namgaon
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Namgaon.
| 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 Tezpur to Namgaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaon to Namgaon 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 Namgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Namgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Namgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Namgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Namgaon
Where is Namgaon located?
Namgaon village is located in Kaliabor Subdivision, Nagaon district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Namgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Namgaon is Niz Borbhugia.
What is the pincode of Namgaon?
The pincode of Namgaon is 782143.
What is the population of Namgaon?
Namgaon has a total population of 646, including 330 males and 316 females.
How many households are there in Namgaon?
There are 138 households in Namgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Namgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Namgaon is 84.37%. Male literacy is 83.94% and female literacy is 84.81%.