Rituban Gaon - Margherita, Tinsukia
Rituban Gaon is a village situated in the Margherita subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Margherita and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Puronipukhuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rituban Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rituban Gaon is 290799. The village covers a total geographical area of 130.24 hectares and falls under the 786160 pincode. Margherita is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Rituban 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 Rituban Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Rituban Gaon village had a total population of 805 people, including 409 males and 396 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.94%, with male literacy at 65.72% and female literacy at 47.90%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 805 | 409 | 396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 91 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 357 | 209 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 448 | 200 | 248 |
Nearby Villages of Rituban Gaon
Rituban 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 Rituban Gaon
Public transport in the Rituban Gaon is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Margherita to Rituban Gaon is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Rituban Gaon is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rituban Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rituban Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rituban 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 Rituban 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rituban Gaon
Where is Rituban Gaon located?
Rituban Gaon village is located in Margherita Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rituban Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Rituban Gaon is Puronipukhuri.
What is the pincode of Rituban Gaon?
The pincode of Rituban Gaon is 786160.
What is the population of Rituban Gaon?
Rituban Gaon had a total population of 805, including 409 males and 396 females.
How many households are there in Rituban Gaon?
Rituban Gaon had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rituban Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rituban Gaon was 56.94%. Male literacy was 65.72% and female literacy was 47.90%.