Garmara Gaon - Dhekiajuli (Pt), Sonitpur
Garmara Gaon is a village situated in the Dhekiajuli (Pt) subdivision of Sonitpur district, Assam. It is located approximately 149 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhekiajuli and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Tezpur. Garmora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garmara Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garmara Gaon is 285629. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.42 hectares and falls under the 784111 pincode. Dhekiajuli is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Garmara 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 Tezpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sonitpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garmara Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Garmara Gaon village had a total population of 788 people, including 392 males and 396 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.83%, with male literacy at 72.97% and female literacy at 60.97%.
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 | 788 | 392 | 396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 96 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 405 | 216 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 383 | 176 | 207 |
Nearby Villages of Garmara Gaon
Garmara 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 Garmara Gaon
Garmara Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Garmara Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Dhekiajuli to Garmara Gaon is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tezpur to Garmara Gaon is about 49 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 Garmara Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garmara Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garmara 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 Garmara Gaon 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 Garmara Gaon
Where is Garmara Gaon located?
Garmara Gaon village is located in Dhekiajuli (Pt) Subdivision, Sonitpur district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garmara Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Garmara Gaon is Garmora.
What is the pincode of Garmara Gaon?
The pincode of Garmara Gaon is 784111.
What is the population of Garmara Gaon?
Garmara Gaon had a total population of 788, including 392 males and 396 females.
How many households are there in Garmara Gaon?
Garmara Gaon had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garmara Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garmara Gaon was 66.83%. Male literacy was 72.97% and female literacy was 60.97%.