Namdan Gaon - Margherita, Tinsukia
Namdan Gaon is a village situated in the Margherita subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Margherita and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Borgolai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Namdan Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Namdan Gaon is 290952. The village covers a total geographical area of 225.7 hectares and falls under the 786182 pincode. Margherita is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Namdan 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 Namdan Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Namdan Gaon village had a total population of 643 people, including 314 males and 329 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 1,048 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.92%, with male literacy at 81.52% and female literacy at 66.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 30.
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 | 643 | 314 | 329 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 38 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 19 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 411 | 225 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 89 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Namdan Gaon
Namdan 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 Namdan Gaon
Public transport in the Namdan Gaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Namdan Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Margherita to Namdan Gaon is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Namdan Gaon is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Namdan Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Namdan Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Namdan 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 Namdan 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 Namdan Gaon
Where is Namdan Gaon located?
Namdan Gaon village is located in Margherita Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Namdan Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Namdan Gaon is Borgolai.
What is the pincode of Namdan Gaon?
The pincode of Namdan Gaon is 786182.
What is the population of Namdan Gaon?
Namdan Gaon had a total population of 643, including 314 males and 329 females.
How many households are there in Namdan Gaon?
Namdan Gaon had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Namdan Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Namdan Gaon was 73.92%. Male literacy was 81.52% and female literacy was 66.43%.