Bojal Gaon - Doom Dooma, Tinsukia
Bojal Gaon is a village situated in the Doom Dooma subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Doom Dooma and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Dhola-dhadum serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bojal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bojal Gaon is 290173. The village covers a total geographical area of 225.39 hectares and falls under the 786156 pincode. Doomdoma is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Bojal 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 Sadiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lakhimpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bojal Gaon
As per Census 2011, Bojal Gaon village has a total population of 2,978 people, consisting of 1,522 males and 1,456 females. The village has 605 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 556 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 954 literate and 2,024 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bojal Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,978 | 1,522 | 1,456 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 556 | 274 | 282 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 954 | 606 | 348 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,024 | 916 | 1,108 |
Nearby Villages of Bojal Gaon
Bojal 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 Bojal Gaon
Bojal Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Doomdoma to Bojal Gaon is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Bojal 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 Bojal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bojal Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bojal 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 Bojal 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 Bojal Gaon
Where is Bojal Gaon located?
Bojal Gaon village is located in Doom Dooma Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bojal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bojal Gaon is Dhola-dhadum.
What is the pincode of Bojal Gaon?
The pincode of Bojal Gaon is 786156.
What is the population of Bojal Gaon?
Bojal Gaon has a total population of 2,978, including 1,522 males and 1,456 females.
How many households are there in Bojal Gaon?
There are 605 households in Bojal Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Bojal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bojal Gaon is 32.03%. Male literacy is 39.82% and female literacy is 23.90%.