Gawaia Gaon - Thelamara, Sonitpur
Gawaia Gaon is a village situated in the Thelamara subdivision of Sonitpur district, Assam. It is located approximately 190 km from Dhekiajuli and around 46 km from Tezpur. Pub-borgaon serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Gawaia Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gawaia Gaon is 285746. The village covers a total geographical area of 209.95 hectares and falls under the 784149 pincode. Dhekiajuli is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Gawaia 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 Gawaia Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Gawaia Gaon village had a total population of 599 people, including 302 males and 297 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.93%, with male literacy at 87.64% and female literacy at 74.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 151.
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 | 599 | 302 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 43 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 24 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 151 | 78 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 416 | 227 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 75 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Gawaia Gaon
Gawaia 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 Gawaia Gaon
Gawaia Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhekiajuli to Gawaia Gaon is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Tezpur to Gawaia Gaon is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gawaia Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gawaia Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gawaia 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 Gawaia Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gawaia Gaon
Where is Gawaia Gaon located?
Gawaia Gaon village is located in Thelamara Subdivision, Sonitpur district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Gawaia Gaon?
The Gaon Panchayat of Gawaia Gaon is Pub-borgaon.
What is the pincode of Gawaia Gaon?
The pincode of Gawaia Gaon is 784149.
What is the population of Gawaia Gaon?
Gawaia Gaon had a total population of 599, including 302 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Gawaia Gaon?
Gawaia Gaon had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gawaia Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gawaia Gaon was 80.93%. Male literacy was 87.64% and female literacy was 74.12%.