Litong Gaon - Margherita, Tinsukia
Litong 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 16 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Kailashpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Litong Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Litong Gaon is 290761. The village covers a total geographical area of 203.38 hectares and falls under the 786152 pincode. Kakapathar is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Litong 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 Litong Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Litong Gaon village had a total population of 693 people, including 351 males and 342 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.74%, with male literacy at 97.02% and female literacy at 80.20%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 27.
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 | 693 | 351 | 342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 49 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 528 | 293 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 58 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Litong Gaon
Litong 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 Litong Gaon
Public transport in the Litong Gaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Litong Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Kakapathar to Litong Gaon is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Litong Gaon is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Litong Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Litong Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Litong 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 Litong Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Litong Gaon
Where is Litong Gaon located?
Litong Gaon village is located in Margherita Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Litong Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Litong Gaon is Kailashpur.
What is the pincode of Litong Gaon?
The pincode of Litong Gaon is 786152.
What is the population of Litong Gaon?
Litong Gaon had a total population of 693, including 351 males and 342 females.
How many households are there in Litong Gaon?
Litong Gaon had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Litong Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Litong Gaon was 88.74%. Male literacy was 97.02% and female literacy was 80.20%.