Laphangkula Gaon - Doom Dooma, Tinsukia
Laphangkula Gaon is a village situated in the Doom Dooma subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Doom Dooma and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Saikhowa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laphangkula Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laphangkula Gaon is 290095. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.67 hectares and falls under the 786154 pincode. Doomdoma is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Laphangkula 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 Laphangkula Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Laphangkula Gaon village had a total population of 547 people, including 283 males and 264 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.59%, with male literacy at 80.25% and female literacy at 66.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 167.
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 | 547 | 283 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 40 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 167 | 84 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 340 | 195 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 88 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Laphangkula Gaon
Laphangkula 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 Laphangkula Gaon
Laphangkula 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 >10 km of Laphangkula Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Doomdoma to Laphangkula Gaon is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Laphangkula 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 Laphangkula Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laphangkula 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 Laphangkula 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 Laphangkula 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Laphangkula Gaon
Where is Laphangkula Gaon located?
Laphangkula Gaon village is located in Doom Dooma Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laphangkula Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Laphangkula Gaon is Saikhowa.
What is the pincode of Laphangkula Gaon?
The pincode of Laphangkula Gaon is 786154.
What is the population of Laphangkula Gaon?
Laphangkula Gaon had a total population of 547, including 283 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Laphangkula Gaon?
Laphangkula Gaon had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laphangkula Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laphangkula Gaon was 73.59%. Male literacy was 80.25% and female literacy was 66.21%.