Bamun Gaon - Doom Dooma, Tinsukia
Bamun Gaon is a village situated in the Doom Dooma subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Doom Dooma and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Gabharubheti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bamun Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamun Gaon is 290435. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.2 hectares and falls under the 786160 pincode. Doomdoma is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bamun 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 Bamun Gaon
As per Census 2011, Bamun Gaon village has a total population of 1,161 people, consisting of 605 males and 556 females. The village has 195 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 176 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 739 literate and 422 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bamun Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,161 | 605 | 556 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 87 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 739 | 437 | 302 |
| Illiterate Population | 422 | 168 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Bamun Gaon
Bamun 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 Bamun Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Bamun Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Doomdoma to Bamun Gaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Bamun Gaon is about 35 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 Bamun Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamun 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 Bamun 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 Bamun Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bamun Gaon
Where is Bamun Gaon located?
Bamun Gaon village is located in Doom Dooma Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bamun Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bamun Gaon is Gabharubheti.
What is the pincode of Bamun Gaon?
The pincode of Bamun Gaon is 786160.
What is the population of Bamun Gaon?
Bamun Gaon has a total population of 1,161, including 605 males and 556 females.
How many households are there in Bamun Gaon?
There are 195 households in Bamun Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Bamun Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamun Gaon is 63.65%. Male literacy is 72.23% and female literacy is 54.32%.