Namhollong Block Gaon - Margherita, Tinsukia
Namhollong Block Gaon is a village situated in the Margherita subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. Kailashpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Namhollong Block Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Namhollong Block Gaon is 290764. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.78 hectares and falls under the 786152 pincode. Kakapather is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Namhollong Block 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 Namhollong Block Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Namhollong Block Gaon village had a total population of 345 people, including 176 males and 169 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.24%, with male literacy at 74.03% and female literacy at 68.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 105.
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 | 345 | 176 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 105 | 46 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 213 | 114 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 62 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Namhollong Block Gaon
Namhollong Block 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 Namhollong Block Gaon
Namhollong Block Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kakapather to Namhollong Block Gaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Namhollong Block Gaon is about 48 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 Namhollong Block Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Namhollong Block 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 Namhollong Block 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 Namhollong Block 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Namhollong Block Gaon
Where is Namhollong Block Gaon located?
Namhollong Block Gaon village is located in Margherita Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Namhollong Block Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Namhollong Block Gaon is Kailashpur.
What is the pincode of Namhollong Block Gaon?
The pincode of Namhollong Block Gaon is 786152.
What is the population of Namhollong Block Gaon?
Namhollong Block Gaon had a total population of 345, including 176 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Namhollong Block Gaon?
Namhollong Block Gaon had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Namhollong Block Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Namhollong Block Gaon was 71.24%. Male literacy was 74.03% and female literacy was 68.28%.