Urdha Gaon - Kampur, Nagaon
Urdha Gaon is a village situated in the Kampur subdivision of Nagaon district, Assam. It is located approximately 13 km from Doboka and around 49 km from Nagaon. Akashiganga serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Urdha Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urdha Gaon is 285238. The village covers a total geographical area of 123.41 hectares and falls under the 782439 pincode. Doboka is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Urdha Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President 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 Urdha Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Urdha Gaon village had a total population of 851 people, including 442 males and 409 females, living in 180 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.67%, with male literacy at 97.69% and female literacy at 91.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 851 | 442 | 409 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 53 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 710 | 380 | 330 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 62 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Urdha Gaon
Urdha Gaon 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 Urdha Gaon
Public transport in the Urdha Gaon is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Doboka to Urdha Gaon is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaon to Urdha Gaon is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urdha Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urdha Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Urdha Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urdha Gaon 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 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Urdha Gaon
Where is Urdha Gaon located?
Urdha Gaon village is located in Kampur Subdivision, Nagaon district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Urdha Gaon?
The Gaon Panchayat of Urdha Gaon is Akashiganga.
What is the pincode of Urdha Gaon?
The pincode of Urdha Gaon is 782439.
What is the population of Urdha Gaon?
Urdha Gaon had a total population of 851, including 442 males and 409 females.
How many households are there in Urdha Gaon?
Urdha Gaon had 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Urdha Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urdha Gaon was 94.67%. Male literacy was 97.69% and female literacy was 91.41%.