Gohain Pathar - Dimow, Sivasagar
Gohain Pathar is a village situated in the Dimow subdivision of Sivasagar district, Assam. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dimow and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Sivasagar. Maharani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gohain Pathar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gohain Pathar is 292459. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.47 hectares and falls under the 785674 pincode. Sibsagar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Gohain Pathar 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 Gohain Pathar
According to the 2011 Census, Gohain Pathar village had a total population of 141 people, including 70 males and 71 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.90%, with male literacy at 96.61% and female literacy at 95.24%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 18.
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 | 141 | 70 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 57 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 13 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Gohain Pathar
Gohain Pathar 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 Gohain Pathar
Gohain Pathar 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sibsagar to Gohain Pathar is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Gohain Pathar is about 26 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 Gohain Pathar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gohain Pathar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gohain Pathar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gohain Pathar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gohain Pathar
Where is Gohain Pathar located?
Gohain Pathar village is located in Dimow Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gohain Pathar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gohain Pathar is Maharani.
What is the pincode of Gohain Pathar?
The pincode of Gohain Pathar is 785674.
What is the population of Gohain Pathar?
Gohain Pathar had a total population of 141, including 70 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Gohain Pathar?
Gohain Pathar had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gohain Pathar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gohain Pathar was 95.90%. Male literacy was 96.61% and female literacy was 95.24%.