Gowal Gaon - Naduar, Sonitpur
Gowal Gaon is a village situated in the Naduar subdivision of Sonitpur district, Assam. It is located approximately 53 km from Tezpur. Dakhin Chillabandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gowal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gowal Gaon is 286424. The village covers a total geographical area of 376.08 hectares and falls under the 784189 pincode. Biswanath Chariali is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Gowal 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 Sootea Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sonitpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gowal Gaon
As per Census 2011, Gowal Gaon village has a total population of 532 people, consisting of 279 males and 253 females. The village has 119 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 417 literate and 115 illiterate residents. Additionally, 528 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gowal Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 532 | 279 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 528 | 277 | 251 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 417 | 235 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 44 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Gowal Gaon
Gowal 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 Gowal Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gowal Gaon. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gowal Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Biswanath Chariali to Gowal Gaon is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Tezpur to Gowal Gaon is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gowal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gowal Gaon 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 Gowal 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 Gowal 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gowal Gaon
Where is Gowal Gaon located?
Gowal Gaon village is located in Naduar Subdivision, Sonitpur district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gowal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Gowal Gaon is Dakhin Chillabandha.
What is the pincode of Gowal Gaon?
The pincode of Gowal Gaon is 784189.
What is the population of Gowal Gaon?
Gowal Gaon has a total population of 532, including 279 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Gowal Gaon?
There are 119 households in Gowal Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Gowal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gowal Gaon is 78.38%. Male literacy is 84.23% and female literacy is 71.94%.