Long Gaon - Margherita, Tinsukia
Long Gaon is a village situated in the Margherita subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Margherita and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Ketetong serves as the Gram Panchayat for Long Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Long Gaon is 290867. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.32 hectares and falls under the 786182 pincode. Margherita is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Long 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 Long Gaon
As per Census 2011, Long Gaon village has a total population of 136 people, consisting of 70 males and 66 females. The village has 26 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 79 literate and 57 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Long Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 136 | 70 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 33 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 28 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Long Gaon
Long 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 Long Gaon
Long Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Long Gaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Long Gaon is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Long Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Long Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Long 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 Long Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Long Gaon
Where is Long Gaon located?
Long Gaon village is located in Margherita Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Long Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Long Gaon is Ketetong.
What is the pincode of Long Gaon?
The pincode of Long Gaon is 786182.
What is the population of Long Gaon?
Long Gaon has a total population of 136, including 70 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Long Gaon?
There are 26 households in Long Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Long Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Long Gaon is 58.09%. Male literacy is 60.00% and female literacy is 56.06%.