Kuju Gaon - Margherita, Tinsukia
Kuju Gaon is a village situated in the Margherita subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Margherita and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Puronipukhuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuju Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuju Gaon is 290803. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.16 hectares and falls under the 786174 pincode. Margherita is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kuju 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 Kuju Gaon
As per Census 2011, Kuju Gaon village has a total population of 161 people, consisting of 80 males and 81 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 100 literate and 61 illiterate residents. Additionally, 160 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuju Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 161 | 80 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 160 | 80 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 57 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 23 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Kuju Gaon
Kuju 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 Kuju Gaon
Kuju Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Margherita to Kuju Gaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Kuju Gaon is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuju Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuju Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kuju 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 Kuju Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kuju Gaon
Where is Kuju Gaon located?
Kuju Gaon village is located in Margherita Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuju Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuju Gaon is Puronipukhuri.
What is the pincode of Kuju Gaon?
The pincode of Kuju Gaon is 786174.
What is the population of Kuju Gaon?
Kuju Gaon has a total population of 161, including 80 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Kuju Gaon?
There are 36 households in Kuju Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Kuju Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuju Gaon is 62.11%. Male literacy is 71.25% and female literacy is 53.09%.