Athengia Gaon - Doom Dooma, Tinsukia
Athengia Gaon is a village situated in the Doom Dooma subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Doom Dooma and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Rangajan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Athengia Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Athengia Gaon is 290427. The village covers a total geographical area of 343.51 hectares and falls under the 786156 pincode. Doomdoma is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Athengia 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 Doomdooma Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lakhimpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Athengia Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Athengia Gaon village had a total population of 1,172 people, including 598 males and 574 females, living in 234 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.58%, with male literacy at 61.28% and female literacy at 43.62%.
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 | 1,172 | 598 | 574 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 97 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 519 | 307 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 653 | 291 | 362 |
Nearby Villages of Athengia Gaon
Athengia 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 Athengia Gaon
Athengia 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 >10 km of Athengia Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Doomdoma to Athengia Gaon is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Athengia Gaon is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Athengia Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Athengia 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 Athengia 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 Athengia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Athengia Gaon
Where is Athengia Gaon located?
Athengia Gaon village is located in Doom Dooma Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Athengia Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Athengia Gaon is Rangajan.
What is the pincode of Athengia Gaon?
The pincode of Athengia Gaon is 786156.
What is the population of Athengia Gaon?
Athengia Gaon had a total population of 1,172, including 598 males and 574 females.
How many households are there in Athengia Gaon?
Athengia Gaon had 234 households.
What is the literacy rate in Athengia Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Athengia Gaon was 52.58%. Male literacy was 61.28% and female literacy was 43.62%.