Namdongia - Nazira, Sivasagar
Namdongia is a village situated in the Nazira subdivision of Sivasagar district, Assam. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nazira and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Sivasagar. Dolakasharia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Namdongia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Namdongia is 292834. The village covers a total geographical area of 431.57 hectares and falls under the 785696 pincode. Nazira is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Namdongia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sivasagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Namdongia
According to the 2011 Census, Namdongia village had a total population of 1,576 people, including 796 males and 780 females, living in 341 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.98%, with male literacy at 88.50% and female literacy at 79.40%.
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 | 1,576 | 796 | 780 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 83 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,190 | 631 | 559 |
| Illiterate Population | 386 | 165 | 221 |
Nearby Villages of Namdongia
Namdongia 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 Namdongia
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Namdongia. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Namdongia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nazira to Namdongia is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Namdongia is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Namdongia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Namdongia 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Namdongia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Namdongia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Namdongia
Where is Namdongia located?
Namdongia village is located in Nazira Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Namdongia?
The Gram Panchayat of Namdongia is Dolakasharia.
What is the pincode of Namdongia?
The pincode of Namdongia is 785696.
What is the population of Namdongia?
Namdongia had a total population of 1,576, including 796 males and 780 females.
How many households are there in Namdongia?
Namdongia had 341 households.
What is the literacy rate in Namdongia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Namdongia was 83.98%. Male literacy was 88.50% and female literacy was 79.40%.