Bura Gohain - Nazira, Sivasagar
Bura Gohain is a village situated in the Nazira subdivision of Sivasagar district, Assam. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nazira and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Sivasagar. Joymoti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bura Gohain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bura Gohain is 292890. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.08 hectares and falls under the 785685 pincode. Sibsagar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Bura Gohain village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nazira Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bura Gohain
According to the 2011 Census, Bura Gohain village had a total population of 468 people, including 245 males and 223 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.58%, with male literacy at 94.04% and female literacy at 91.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 468 | 245 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 387 | 205 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 40 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Bura Gohain
Bura Gohain 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 Bura Gohain
Bura Gohain is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bura Gohain.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bura Gohain is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Bura Gohain is about 12 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 Bura Gohain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bura Gohain 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bura Gohain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bura Gohain 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 Bura Gohain
Where is Bura Gohain located?
Bura Gohain village is located in Nazira Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bura Gohain?
The Gram Panchayat of Bura Gohain is Joymoti.
What is the pincode of Bura Gohain?
The pincode of Bura Gohain is 785685.
What is the population of Bura Gohain?
Bura Gohain had a total population of 468, including 245 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Bura Gohain?
Bura Gohain had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bura Gohain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bura Gohain was 92.58%. Male literacy was 94.04% and female literacy was 91.00%.