Chengelijan - Biswanath
Chengelijan is a village situated in the Biswanath subdivision of Biswanath district, Assam. Niz-behali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chengelijan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chengelijan is 286856. The village covers a total geographical area of 156.37 hectares and falls under the 784179 pincode.
Chengelijan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Behali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sonitpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chengelijan
As per Census 2011, Chengelijan village has a total population of 2,139 people, consisting of 1,109 males and 1,030 females. The village has 412 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 363 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,247 literate and 892 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,736 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chengelijan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,139 | 1,109 | 1,030 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 363 | 195 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,736 | 897 | 839 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 1 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,247 | 664 | 583 |
| Illiterate Population | 892 | 445 | 447 |
Nearby Villages of Chengelijan
Chengelijan 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 Chengelijan
Chengelijan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tezpur to Chengelijan is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chengelijan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chengelijan 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 Chengelijan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chengelijan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chengelijan
Where is Chengelijan located?
Chengelijan village is located in Biswanath Subdivision, Biswanath district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chengelijan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chengelijan is Niz-behali.
What is the pincode of Chengelijan?
The pincode of Chengelijan is 784179.
What is the population of Chengelijan?
Chengelijan has a total population of 2,139, including 1,109 males and 1,030 females.
How many households are there in Chengelijan?
There are 412 households in Chengelijan.
What is the literacy rate in Chengelijan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chengelijan is 58.30%. Male literacy is 59.87% and female literacy is 56.60%.