Salaguri Gaon - Doom Dooma, Tinsukia
Salaguri Gaon is a village situated in the Doom Dooma subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Doom Dooma and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Megela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salaguri Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salaguri Gaon is 290168. The village covers a total geographical area of 274.43 hectares and falls under the 786154 pincode. Doomdoma is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Salaguri 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 Salaguri Gaon
As per Census 2011, Salaguri Gaon village has a total population of 702 people, consisting of 358 males and 344 females. The village has 134 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 420 literate and 282 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 445 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salaguri Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 702 | 358 | 344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 38 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 445 | 215 | 230 |
| Literate Population | 420 | 221 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 137 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Salaguri Gaon
Salaguri 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 Salaguri Gaon
Salaguri 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 5-10 km of Salaguri Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Doomdoma to Salaguri Gaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Salaguri 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 Salaguri Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salaguri Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salaguri 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 Salaguri Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Salaguri Gaon
Where is Salaguri Gaon located?
Salaguri Gaon village is located in Doom Dooma Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salaguri Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Salaguri Gaon is Megela.
What is the pincode of Salaguri Gaon?
The pincode of Salaguri Gaon is 786154.
What is the population of Salaguri Gaon?
Salaguri Gaon has a total population of 702, including 358 males and 344 females.
How many households are there in Salaguri Gaon?
There are 134 households in Salaguri Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Salaguri Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salaguri Gaon is 59.83%. Male literacy is 61.73% and female literacy is 57.85%.