Ghilani - Kampur, Nagaon
Ghilani is a village situated in the Kampur subdivision of Nagaon district, Assam. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kampur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Nagaon. Changchaki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghilani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghilani is 285010. The village covers a total geographical area of 362.63 hectares and falls under the 782426 pincode. Kampur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Ghilani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barhampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaziranga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghilani
As per Census 2011, Ghilani village has a total population of 4,780 people, consisting of 2,349 males and 2,431 females. The village has 1,008 households and a sex ratio of 1,034 females per 1,000 males. There are 743 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,155 literate and 1,625 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,202 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghilani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,780 | 2,349 | 2,431 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 743 | 370 | 373 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,202 | 596 | 606 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 1 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 3,155 | 1,634 | 1,521 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,625 | 715 | 910 |
Nearby Villages of Ghilani
Ghilani 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 Ghilani
Public transport in the Ghilani is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Ghilani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kampur to Ghilani is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaon to Ghilani is about 35 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 Ghilani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghilani 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghilani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghilani 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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Ghilani
Where is Ghilani located?
Ghilani village is located in Kampur Subdivision, Nagaon district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghilani?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghilani is Changchaki.
What is the pincode of Ghilani?
The pincode of Ghilani is 782426.
What is the population of Ghilani?
Ghilani has a total population of 4,780, including 2,349 males and 2,431 females.
How many households are there in Ghilani?
There are 1,008 households in Ghilani.
What is the literacy rate in Ghilani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghilani is 66.00%. Male literacy is 69.56% and female literacy is 62.57%.