Tangana Gaon - Doom Dooma, Tinsukia
Tangana Gaon is a village situated in the Doom Dooma subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Doom Dooma and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Tongana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tangana Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tangana Gaon is 290378. The village covers a total geographical area of 254.02 hectares and falls under the 786152 pincode. Doomdoma is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Tangana 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 Doomdooma Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lakhimpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tangana Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Tangana Gaon village had a total population of 1,290 people, including 648 males and 642 females, living in 232 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.99%, with male literacy at 87.77% and female literacy at 66.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 22.
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 | 1,290 | 648 | 642 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 100 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 1 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 850 | 481 | 369 |
| Illiterate Population | 440 | 167 | 273 |
Nearby Villages of Tangana Gaon
Tangana 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 Tangana Gaon
Public transport in the Tangana Gaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Tangana Gaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Tangana Gaon is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tangana Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tangana Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Tangana 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 Tangana 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Tangana Gaon
Where is Tangana Gaon located?
Tangana Gaon village is located in Doom Dooma Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tangana Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Tangana Gaon is Tongana.
What is the pincode of Tangana Gaon?
The pincode of Tangana Gaon is 786152.
What is the population of Tangana Gaon?
Tangana Gaon had a total population of 1,290, including 648 males and 642 females.
How many households are there in Tangana Gaon?
Tangana Gaon had 232 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tangana Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tangana Gaon was 76.99%. Male literacy was 87.77% and female literacy was 66.37%.