Gamiri - Dimow, Sivasagar
Gamiri is a village situated in the Dimow subdivision of Sivasagar district, Assam. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dimow and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Sivasagar. Sukanpukhuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gamiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gamiri is 292497. The village covers a total geographical area of 286.87 hectares and falls under the 785662 pincode. Sibsagar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Gamiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Demow Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gamiri
As per Census 2011, Gamiri village has a total population of 1,526 people, consisting of 755 males and 771 females. The village has 353 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 151 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,213 literate and 313 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gamiri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,526 | 755 | 771 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 86 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,213 | 610 | 603 |
| Illiterate Population | 313 | 145 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Gamiri
Gamiri 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 Gamiri
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Gamiri. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gamiri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Sibsagar to Gamiri is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Gamiri is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gamiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gamiri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gamiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gamiri 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gamiri
Where is Gamiri located?
Gamiri village is located in Dimow Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gamiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Gamiri is Sukanpukhuri.
What is the pincode of Gamiri?
The pincode of Gamiri is 785662.
What is the population of Gamiri?
Gamiri has a total population of 1,526, including 755 males and 771 females.
How many households are there in Gamiri?
There are 353 households in Gamiri.
What is the literacy rate in Gamiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gamiri is 79.49%. Male literacy is 80.79% and female literacy is 78.21%.