Chengai Gaon - Gohpur, Biswanath
Chengai Gaon is a village situated in the Gohpur subdivision of Biswanath district, Assam. Solengiguri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chengai Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chengai Gaon is 287155. The village covers a total geographical area of 187.48 hectares and falls under the 784168 pincode. Gohpur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Chengai 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 Gohpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sonitpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chengai Gaon
As per Census 2011, Chengai Gaon village has a total population of 1,693 people, consisting of 884 males and 809 females. The village has 365 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 216 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,102 literate and 591 illiterate residents. Additionally, 187 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chengai Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,693 | 884 | 809 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 122 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 98 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,102 | 626 | 476 |
| Illiterate Population | 591 | 258 | 333 |
Nearby Villages of Chengai Gaon
Chengai 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 Chengai Gaon
Chengai Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Chengai Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gohpur to Chengai Gaon is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tezpur to Chengai Gaon is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chengai Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chengai Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chengai 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 Chengai Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chengai Gaon
Where is Chengai Gaon located?
Chengai Gaon village is located in Gohpur Subdivision, Biswanath district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chengai Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Chengai Gaon is Solengiguri.
What is the pincode of Chengai Gaon?
The pincode of Chengai Gaon is 784168.
What is the population of Chengai Gaon?
Chengai Gaon has a total population of 1,693, including 884 males and 809 females.
How many households are there in Chengai Gaon?
There are 365 households in Chengai Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Chengai Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chengai Gaon is 65.09%. Male literacy is 70.81% and female literacy is 58.84%.