Agbandha Gaon - Margherita, Tinsukia
Agbandha Gaon is a village situated in the Margherita subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Margherita and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Makumpathar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agbandha Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agbandha Gaon is 290915. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.04 hectares and falls under the 786187 pincode. Margherita is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Agbandha 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 Margherita Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dibrugarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agbandha Gaon
As per Census 2011, Agbandha Gaon village has a total population of 1,003 people, consisting of 506 males and 497 females. The village has 219 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 142 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 606 literate and 397 illiterate residents. Additionally, 68 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agbandha Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,003 | 506 | 497 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 66 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 32 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 606 | 355 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 397 | 151 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Agbandha Gaon
Agbandha 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 Agbandha Gaon
Agbandha 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 Agbandha 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Margherita to Agbandha Gaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Agbandha 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 Agbandha Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agbandha Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Agbandha 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 Agbandha 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Agbandha Gaon
Where is Agbandha Gaon located?
Agbandha Gaon village is located in Margherita Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agbandha Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Agbandha Gaon is Makumpathar.
What is the pincode of Agbandha Gaon?
The pincode of Agbandha Gaon is 786187.
What is the population of Agbandha Gaon?
Agbandha Gaon has a total population of 1,003, including 506 males and 497 females.
How many households are there in Agbandha Gaon?
There are 219 households in Agbandha Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Agbandha Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agbandha Gaon is 60.42%. Male literacy is 70.16% and female literacy is 50.50%.