Saikhowa Gaon - Doom Dooma, Tinsukia
Saikhowa 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 45 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Saikhowa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saikhowa Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saikhowa Gaon is 290064. The village covers a total geographical area of 290.2 hectares and falls under the 786154 pincode. Doomdoma is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Saikhowa 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 Saikhowa Gaon
As per Census 2011, Saikhowa Gaon village has a total population of 1,333 people, consisting of 685 males and 648 females. The village has 239 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 220 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 784 literate and 549 illiterate residents. Additionally, 268 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saikhowa Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,333 | 685 | 648 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 110 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 135 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 784 | 448 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 549 | 237 | 312 |
Nearby Villages of Saikhowa Gaon
Saikhowa 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 Saikhowa Gaon
Saikhowa 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 Saikhowa 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 Saikhowa Gaon is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Saikhowa Gaon is about 45 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 Saikhowa Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saikhowa Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saikhowa 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 Saikhowa 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saikhowa Gaon
Where is Saikhowa Gaon located?
Saikhowa Gaon village is located in Doom Dooma Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saikhowa Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Saikhowa Gaon is Saikhowa.
What is the pincode of Saikhowa Gaon?
The pincode of Saikhowa Gaon is 786154.
What is the population of Saikhowa Gaon?
Saikhowa Gaon has a total population of 1,333, including 685 males and 648 females.
How many households are there in Saikhowa Gaon?
There are 239 households in Saikhowa Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Saikhowa Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saikhowa Gaon is 58.81%. Male literacy is 65.40% and female literacy is 51.85%.