Gohain Gaon - Sibsagar, Sivasagar
Gohain Gaon is a village situated in the Sibsagar subdivision of Sivasagar district, Assam. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sibsagar and around 1 km from the district headquarters in Sivasagar. Desangpar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gohain Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gohain Gaon is 292695. The village covers a total geographical area of 446.77 hectares and falls under the 785663 pincode. Sibsagar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Gohain Gaon 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 Gaon
As per Census 2011, Gohain Gaon village has a total population of 2,463 people, consisting of 1,217 males and 1,246 females. The village has 479 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 307 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,946 literate and 517 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,231 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gohain Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,463 | 1,217 | 1,246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 307 | 170 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,231 | 607 | 624 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,946 | 970 | 976 |
| Illiterate Population | 517 | 247 | 270 |
Nearby Villages of Gohain Gaon
Gohain Gaon 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 Gaon
Public transport in the Gohain Gaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gohain Gaon.
| 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 Gohain Gaon is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Gohain Gaon is about 1 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gohain Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gohain Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gohain Gaon
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 Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gohain Gaon
Where is Gohain Gaon located?
Gohain Gaon village is located in Sibsagar Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gohain Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Gohain Gaon is Desangpar.
What is the pincode of Gohain Gaon?
The pincode of Gohain Gaon is 785663.
What is the population of Gohain Gaon?
Gohain Gaon has a total population of 2,463, including 1,217 males and 1,246 females.
How many households are there in Gohain Gaon?
There are 479 households in Gohain Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Gohain Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gohain Gaon is 79.01%. Male literacy is 79.70% and female literacy is 78.33%.