Dekar Gaon - Chariduar, Sonitpur
Dekar Gaon is a village situated in the Chariduar subdivision of Sonitpur district, Assam. Bahbari serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Dekar Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dekar Gaon is 286112. The village covers a total geographical area of 228.51 hectares and falls under the 784501 pincode.
Dekar Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tezpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sonitpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dekar Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Dekar Gaon village had a total population of 784 people, including 418 males and 366 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.03%, with male literacy at 49.31% and female literacy at 42.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 66.
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 | 784 | 418 | 366 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 57 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 36 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 307 | 178 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 477 | 240 | 237 |
Nearby Villages of Dekar Gaon
Dekar 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 Dekar Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dekar Gaon. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dekar Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Dekar Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dekar 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dekar 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 Dekar Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dekar Gaon
Where is Dekar Gaon located?
Dekar Gaon village is located in Chariduar Subdivision, Sonitpur district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Dekar Gaon?
The Gaon Panchayat of Dekar Gaon is Bahbari.
What is the pincode of Dekar Gaon?
The pincode of Dekar Gaon is 784501.
What is the population of Dekar Gaon?
Dekar Gaon had a total population of 784, including 418 males and 366 females.
How many households are there in Dekar Gaon?
Dekar Gaon had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dekar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dekar Gaon was 46.03%. Male literacy was 49.31% and female literacy was 42.16%.