Gera Garh Gaon - Raha, Nagaon
Gera Garh Gaon is a village situated in the Raha subdivision of Nagaon district, Assam. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raha and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Nagaon. Amsoi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gera Garh Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gera Garh Gaon is 284907. The village covers a total geographical area of 347.61 hectares and falls under the 782142 pincode. Raha is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Gera Garh Gaon 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 Gera Garh Gaon
As per Census 2011, Gera Garh Gaon village has a total population of 729 people, consisting of 365 males and 364 females. The village has 137 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 274 literate and 455 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 371 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gera Garh Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 729 | 365 | 364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 59 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 16 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 371 | 180 | 191 |
| Literate Population | 274 | 170 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 455 | 195 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Gera Garh Gaon
Gera Garh 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 Gera Garh Gaon
Gera Garh Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Raha to Gera Garh Gaon is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaon to Gera Garh Gaon is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gera Garh Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gera Garh Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gera Garh 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 Gera Garh Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gera Garh Gaon
Where is Gera Garh Gaon located?
Gera Garh Gaon village is located in Raha Subdivision, Nagaon district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gera Garh Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Gera Garh Gaon is Amsoi.
What is the pincode of Gera Garh Gaon?
The pincode of Gera Garh Gaon is 782142.
What is the population of Gera Garh Gaon?
Gera Garh Gaon has a total population of 729, including 365 males and 364 females.
How many households are there in Gera Garh Gaon?
There are 137 households in Gera Garh Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Gera Garh Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gera Garh Gaon is 37.59%. Male literacy is 46.58% and female literacy is 28.57%.