Denka Gaon - Doom Dooma, Tinsukia
Denka Gaon is a village situated in the Doom Dooma subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Doom Dooma and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Barekuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Denka Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Denka Gaon is 290305. The village covers a total geographical area of 309.06 hectares and falls under the 786170 pincode. Makum is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Denka 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 Digboi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dibrugarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Denka Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Denka Gaon village had a total population of 693 people, including 353 males and 340 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.71%, with male literacy at 84.86% and female literacy at 67.61%.
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 | 693 | 353 | 340 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 36 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 461 | 269 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 84 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Denka Gaon
Denka 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 Denka Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Denka Gaon. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Denka Gaon.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Makum to Denka Gaon is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Denka Gaon is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Denka Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Denka 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 Denka 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 Denka Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Denka Gaon
Where is Denka Gaon located?
Denka Gaon village is located in Doom Dooma Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Denka Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Denka Gaon is Barekuri.
What is the pincode of Denka Gaon?
The pincode of Denka Gaon is 786170.
What is the population of Denka Gaon?
Denka Gaon had a total population of 693, including 353 males and 340 females.
How many households are there in Denka Gaon?
Denka Gaon had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Denka Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Denka Gaon was 76.71%. Male literacy was 84.86% and female literacy was 67.61%.