Gerjai Pam - Kampur, Nagaon
Gerjai Pam is a village situated in the Kampur subdivision of Nagaon district, Assam. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kampur and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Nagaon. Garjaipam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gerjai Pam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gerjai Pam is 285028. The village covers a total geographical area of 315.12 hectares and falls under the 782426 pincode. Kampur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Gerjai Pam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gerjai Pam
As per Census 2011, Gerjai Pam village has a total population of 7,149 people, consisting of 3,700 males and 3,449 females. The village has 1,550 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,216 literate and 2,933 illiterate residents. Additionally, 940 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gerjai Pam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,149 | 3,700 | 3,449 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,129 | 577 | 552 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 940 | 493 | 447 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 4,216 | 2,336 | 1,880 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,933 | 1,364 | 1,569 |
Nearby Villages of Gerjai Pam
Gerjai Pam 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 Gerjai Pam
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gerjai Pam. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gerjai Pam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kampur to Gerjai Pam is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaon to Gerjai Pam is about 36 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 Gerjai Pam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gerjai Pam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gerjai Pam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gerjai Pam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gerjai Pam
Where is Gerjai Pam located?
Gerjai Pam village is located in Kampur Subdivision, Nagaon district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gerjai Pam?
The Gram Panchayat of Gerjai Pam is Garjaipam.
What is the pincode of Gerjai Pam?
The pincode of Gerjai Pam is 782426.
What is the population of Gerjai Pam?
Gerjai Pam has a total population of 7,149, including 3,700 males and 3,449 females.
How many households are there in Gerjai Pam?
There are 1,550 households in Gerjai Pam.
What is the literacy rate in Gerjai Pam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gerjai Pam is 58.97%. Male literacy is 63.14% and female literacy is 54.51%.