Dhala Gaon - Doom Dooma, Tinsukia
Dhala Gaon is a village situated in the Doom Dooma subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Doom Dooma and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Dhola-dhadum serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhala Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhala Gaon is 290106. The village covers a total geographical area of 150.89 hectares and falls under the 786156 pincode. Doomdoma is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dhala 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 Dhala Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Dhala Gaon village had a total population of 332 people, including 186 males and 146 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 785 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.37%, with male literacy at 91.19% and female literacy at 82.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 261.
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 | 332 | 186 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 27 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 261 | 147 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 145 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 41 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Dhala Gaon
Dhala 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 Dhala Gaon
Dhala Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Doomdoma to Dhala Gaon is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Dhala Gaon is about 47 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 Dhala Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhala Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhala 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 Dhala 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhala Gaon
Where is Dhala Gaon located?
Dhala Gaon village is located in Doom Dooma Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhala Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhala Gaon is Dhola-dhadum.
What is the pincode of Dhala Gaon?
The pincode of Dhala Gaon is 786156.
What is the population of Dhala Gaon?
Dhala Gaon had a total population of 332, including 186 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Dhala Gaon?
Dhala Gaon had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhala Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhala Gaon was 87.37%. Male literacy was 91.19% and female literacy was 82.84%.