Golai Gaon No.5 - Margherita, Tinsukia
Golai Gaon No.5 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 37 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Pawoi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Golai Gaon No.5 village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golai Gaon No.5 is 290905. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.55 hectares and falls under the 786171 pincode. Digboi is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Golai Gaon No.5 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.5
As per Census 2011, Golai Gaon No.5 village has a total population of 1,014 people, consisting of 549 males and 465 females. The village has 223 households and a sex ratio of 846 females per 1,000 males. There are 218 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 406 literate and 608 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Golai Gaon No.5 are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,014 | 549 | 465 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 113 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 406 | 256 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 608 | 293 | 315 |
Nearby Villages of Golai Gaon No.5
Golai Gaon No.5 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.5
Golai Gaon No.5 is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Golai Gaon No.5.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digboi to Golai Gaon No.5 is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Golai Gaon No.5 is about 37 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.5
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golai Gaon No.5 village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Golai Gaon No.5
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.5 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Golai Gaon No.5
Where is Golai Gaon No.5 located?
Golai Gaon No.5 village is located in Margherita Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Golai Gaon No.5?
The Gram Panchayat of Golai Gaon No.5 is Pawoi.
What is the pincode of Golai Gaon No.5?
The pincode of Golai Gaon No.5 is 786171.
What is the population of Golai Gaon No.5?
Golai Gaon No.5 has a total population of 1,014, including 549 males and 465 females.
How many households are there in Golai Gaon No.5?
There are 223 households in Golai Gaon No.5.
What is the literacy rate in Golai Gaon No.5?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golai Gaon No.5 is 40.04%. Male literacy is 46.63% and female literacy is 32.26%.