Kumsai Gaon - Margherita, Tinsukia
Kumsai Gaon is a village situated in the Margherita subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Margherita and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Kumsai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kumsai Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kumsai Gaon is 290984. The village covers a total geographical area of 153.49 hectares and falls under the 786182 pincode. Ledo is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Kumsai 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 Kumsai Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kumsai Gaon village had a total population of 734 people, including 383 males and 351 females, living in 132 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.35%, with male literacy at 80.50% and female literacy at 46.80%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 190.
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 | 734 | 383 | 351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 60 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 190 | 96 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 399 | 260 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 335 | 123 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Kumsai Gaon
Kumsai 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 Kumsai Gaon
Kumsai Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 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 Ledo to Kumsai Gaon is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Kumsai Gaon is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kumsai Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kumsai Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kumsai 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 Kumsai 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 Kumsai Gaon
Where is Kumsai Gaon located?
Kumsai Gaon village is located in Margherita Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kumsai Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kumsai Gaon is Kumsai.
What is the pincode of Kumsai Gaon?
The pincode of Kumsai Gaon is 786182.
What is the population of Kumsai Gaon?
Kumsai Gaon had a total population of 734, including 383 males and 351 females.
How many households are there in Kumsai Gaon?
Kumsai Gaon had 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kumsai Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kumsai Gaon was 64.35%. Male literacy was 80.50% and female literacy was 46.80%.