Gofraigaon - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Gofraigaon is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 7 km from Zikzak and around 85 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gofraigaon is 273959. The village falls under the 794001 pincode.
Gofraigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahendraganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gofraigaon
As per Census 2011, Gofraigaon village has a total population of 182 people, consisting of 98 males and 84 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 77 literate and 105 illiterate residents. Additionally, 182 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gofraigaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 182 | 98 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 182 | 98 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 44 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 54 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Gofraigaon
Gofraigaon 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 Gofraigaon
Gofraigaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Tura to Gofraigaon is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gofraigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gofraigaon 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gofraigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gofraigaon 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gofraigaon
Where is Gofraigaon located?
Gofraigaon village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Gofraigaon?
The pincode of Gofraigaon is 794001.
What is the population of Gofraigaon?
Gofraigaon has a total population of 182, including 98 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Gofraigaon?
There are 45 households in Gofraigaon.
What is the literacy rate in Gofraigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gofraigaon is 42.31%. Male literacy is 44.90% and female literacy is 39.29%.