Gohain Gaon - Doom Dooma, Tinsukia
Gohain Gaon is a village situated in the Doom Dooma subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Doom Dooma and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Na-barmura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gohain Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gohain Gaon is 290061. The village covers a total geographical area of 228.32 hectares and falls under the 786154 pincode. Doomdoma is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Gohain 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 Gohain Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Gohain Gaon village had a total population of 1,127 people, including 595 males and 532 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.17%, with male literacy at 84.63% and female literacy at 72.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 281.
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 | 1,127 | 595 | 532 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 81 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 281 | 136 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 764 | 435 | 329 |
| Illiterate Population | 363 | 160 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Gohain Gaon
Gohain 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 Gohain Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gohain 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Doomdoma to Gohain Gaon is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Gohain Gaon is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gohain Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gohain Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gohain 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 Gohain Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gohain Gaon
Where is Gohain Gaon located?
Gohain Gaon village is located in Doom Dooma Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gohain Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Gohain Gaon is Na-barmura.
What is the pincode of Gohain Gaon?
The pincode of Gohain Gaon is 786154.
What is the population of Gohain Gaon?
Gohain Gaon had a total population of 1,127, including 595 males and 532 females.
How many households are there in Gohain Gaon?
Gohain Gaon had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gohain Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gohain Gaon was 79.17%. Male literacy was 84.63% and female literacy was 72.95%.