Khowang Gaon - Doom Dooma, Tinsukia
Khowang Gaon is a village situated in the Doom Dooma subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Doom Dooma and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Khobang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khowang Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khowang Gaon is 290145. The village covers a total geographical area of 166.43 hectares and falls under the 786156 pincode. Doomdoma is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Khowang 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 Khowang Gaon
As per Census 2011, Khowang Gaon village has a total population of 1,643 people, consisting of 839 males and 804 females. The village has 334 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 254 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 848 literate and 795 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khowang Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,643 | 839 | 804 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 134 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 848 | 494 | 354 |
| Illiterate Population | 795 | 345 | 450 |
Nearby Villages of Khowang Gaon
Khowang 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 Khowang Gaon
Khowang Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Khowang 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 Doomdoma to Khowang Gaon is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Khowang Gaon is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khowang Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khowang Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khowang 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 Khowang 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khowang Gaon
Where is Khowang Gaon located?
Khowang Gaon village is located in Doom Dooma Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khowang Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Khowang Gaon is Khobang.
What is the pincode of Khowang Gaon?
The pincode of Khowang Gaon is 786156.
What is the population of Khowang Gaon?
Khowang Gaon has a total population of 1,643, including 839 males and 804 females.
How many households are there in Khowang Gaon?
There are 334 households in Khowang Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Khowang Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khowang Gaon is 51.61%. Male literacy is 58.88% and female literacy is 44.03%.