Geleki Jungle - Nazira, Sivasagar
Geleki Jungle is a village situated in the Nazira subdivision of Sivasagar district, Assam. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nazira and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Sivasagar. Na-pukhuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Geleki Jungle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Geleki Jungle is 292846. The village covers a total geographical area of 628.41 hectares and falls under the 785696 pincode. Nazira is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Geleki Jungle 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 Geleki Jungle
According to the 2011 Census, Geleki Jungle village had a total population of 1,720 people, including 886 males and 834 females, living in 372 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.75%, with male literacy at 80.08% and female literacy at 64.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 1,720 | 886 | 834 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 113 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,076 | 619 | 457 |
| Illiterate Population | 644 | 267 | 377 |
Nearby Villages of Geleki Jungle
Geleki Jungle 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 Geleki Jungle
Geleki Jungle is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Geleki Jungle.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nazira to Geleki Jungle is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Geleki Jungle is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Geleki Jungle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Geleki Jungle 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Geleki Jungle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Geleki Jungle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Geleki Jungle
Where is Geleki Jungle located?
Geleki Jungle village is located in Nazira Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Geleki Jungle?
The Gram Panchayat of Geleki Jungle is Na-pukhuri.
What is the pincode of Geleki Jungle?
The pincode of Geleki Jungle is 785696.
What is the population of Geleki Jungle?
Geleki Jungle had a total population of 1,720, including 886 males and 834 females.
How many households are there in Geleki Jungle?
Geleki Jungle had 372 households.
What is the literacy rate in Geleki Jungle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Geleki Jungle was 72.75%. Male literacy was 80.08% and female literacy was 64.73%.