Golai Gaon No.2 - Margherita, Tinsukia
Golai Gaon No.2 is a village situated in the Margherita subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Margherita and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Golai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Golai Gaon No.2 village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golai Gaon No.2 is 290907. The village covers a total geographical area of 139.26 hectares and falls under the 786171 pincode. Digboi is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Golai Gaon No.2 village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digboi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dibrugarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Golai Gaon No.2
According to the 2011 Census, Golai Gaon No.2 village had a total population of 1,814 people, including 907 males and 907 females, living in 358 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.70%, with male literacy at 82.61% and female literacy at 72.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 1,814 | 907 | 907 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 125 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,216 | 646 | 570 |
| Illiterate Population | 598 | 261 | 337 |
Nearby Villages of Golai Gaon No.2
Golai Gaon No.2 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 Golai Gaon No.2
Public transport in the Golai Gaon No.2 is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Golai Gaon No.2 has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digboi to Golai Gaon No.2 is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Golai Gaon No.2 is about 34 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 Golai Gaon No.2
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golai Gaon No.2 village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Golai Gaon No.2
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golai Gaon No.2 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Golai Gaon No.2
Where is Golai Gaon No.2 located?
Golai Gaon No.2 village is located in Margherita Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Golai Gaon No.2?
The Gram Panchayat of Golai Gaon No.2 is Golai.
What is the pincode of Golai Gaon No.2?
The pincode of Golai Gaon No.2 is 786171.
What is the population of Golai Gaon No.2?
Golai Gaon No.2 had a total population of 1,814, including 907 males and 907 females.
How many households are there in Golai Gaon No.2?
Golai Gaon No.2 had 358 households.
What is the literacy rate in Golai Gaon No.2?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golai Gaon No.2 was 77.70%. Male literacy was 82.61% and female literacy was 72.80%.