Rajkhowa Gaon - Margherita, Tinsukia
Rajkhowa Gaon is a village situated in the Margherita subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Margherita and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Ketetong serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajkhowa Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajkhowa Gaon is 290894. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.28 hectares and falls under the 786173 pincode. Margherita is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Rajkhowa 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 Rajkhowa Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Rajkhowa Gaon village had a total population of 696 people, including 349 males and 347 females, living in 155 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.55%, with male literacy at 75.93% and female literacy at 52.94%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 696 | 349 | 347 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 54 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 377 | 224 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 319 | 125 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Rajkhowa Gaon
Rajkhowa 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 Rajkhowa Gaon
Public transport in the Rajkhowa Gaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Rajkhowa Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rajkhowa Gaon is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Rajkhowa Gaon is about 56 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 Rajkhowa Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajkhowa 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 Rajkhowa 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 Rajkhowa Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rajkhowa Gaon
Where is Rajkhowa Gaon located?
Rajkhowa Gaon village is located in Margherita Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajkhowa Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajkhowa Gaon is Ketetong.
What is the pincode of Rajkhowa Gaon?
The pincode of Rajkhowa Gaon is 786173.
What is the population of Rajkhowa Gaon?
Rajkhowa Gaon had a total population of 696, including 349 males and 347 females.
How many households are there in Rajkhowa Gaon?
Rajkhowa Gaon had 155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajkhowa Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajkhowa Gaon was 64.55%. Male literacy was 75.93% and female literacy was 52.94%.