Sumoni Gaon - Doom Dooma, Tinsukia
Sumoni 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 62 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Dirak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sumoni Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sumoni Gaon is 290341. The village covers a total geographical area of 318.85 hectares and falls under the 786151 pincode. Doomdoma is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Sumoni 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 Sumoni Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Sumoni Gaon village had a total population of 843 people, including 410 males and 433 females, living in 165 households. The sex ratio was 1,056 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.06%, with male literacy at 94.43% and female literacy at 81.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 662.
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 | 843 | 410 | 433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 51 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 662 | 322 | 340 |
| Literate Population | 634 | 339 | 295 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 71 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Sumoni Gaon
Sumoni 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 Sumoni Gaon
Public transport in the Sumoni Gaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Doomdoma to Sumoni Gaon is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Sumoni Gaon is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sumoni Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sumoni 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 Sumoni 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 Sumoni Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sumoni Gaon
Where is Sumoni Gaon located?
Sumoni Gaon village is located in Doom Dooma Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sumoni Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Sumoni Gaon is Dirak.
What is the pincode of Sumoni Gaon?
The pincode of Sumoni Gaon is 786151.
What is the population of Sumoni Gaon?
Sumoni Gaon had a total population of 843, including 410 males and 433 females.
How many households are there in Sumoni Gaon?
Sumoni Gaon had 165 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sumoni Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sumoni Gaon was 88.06%. Male literacy was 94.43% and female literacy was 81.72%.