Guha Gaon - Donka, West Karbi Anglong
Guha Gaon is a village situated in the Donka subdivision of West Karbi Anglong district, Assam. It is located approximately 30 km from Donka and around 129 km from Diphu.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guha Gaon is 295530. The village covers a total geographical area of 12 hectares and falls under the 782450 pincode. Lanka is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Guha Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Population of Guha Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Guha Gaon village had a total population of 1,041 people, including 527 males and 514 females, living in 197 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.96%, with male literacy at 87.17% and female literacy at 74.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 1,041 | 527 | 514 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 67 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 727 | 401 | 326 |
| Illiterate Population | 314 | 126 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Guha Gaon
Guha 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 Guha Gaon
Guha Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Guha Gaon has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lanka to Guha Gaon is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Diphu to Guha Gaon is about 129 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guha Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guha 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 Guha 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 Guha 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 Guha Gaon
Where is Guha Gaon located?
Guha Gaon village is located in Donka Subdivision, West Karbi Anglong district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of Guha Gaon?
The pincode of Guha Gaon is 782450.
What is the population of Guha Gaon?
Guha Gaon had a total population of 1,041, including 527 males and 514 females.
How many households are there in Guha Gaon?
Guha Gaon had 197 households.
What is the literacy rate in Guha Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guha Gaon was 80.96%. Male literacy was 87.17% and female literacy was 74.43%.