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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Mahendraganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gofraigaon
According to the 2011 Census, Gofraigaon village had a total population of 182 people, including 98 males and 84 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 54.32% and female literacy at 45.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 182.
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 | 182 | 98 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 182, including 98 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Gofraigaon?
Gofraigaon had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gofraigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gofraigaon was 50.00%. Male literacy was 54.32% and female literacy was 45.21%.