Charengia - Helem, Biswanath
Charengia is a village situated in the Helem subdivision of Biswanath district, Assam. It is located approximately 120 km from Tezpur. Kalyanpur serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Charengia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charengia is 287048. The village covers a total geographical area of 208.62 hectares and falls under the 784172 pincode.
Charengia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President 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 Charengia
According to the 2011 Census, Charengia village had a total population of 916 people, including 466 males and 450 females, living in 212 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.85%, with male literacy at 93.02% and female literacy at 90.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 916 | 466 | 450 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 36 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 778 | 400 | 378 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 66 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Charengia
Charengia 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 Charengia
Public transport in the Charengia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Charengia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tezpur to Charengia 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 Charengia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charengia 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Charengia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charengia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charengia
Where is Charengia located?
Charengia village is located in Helem Subdivision, Biswanath district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Charengia?
The Gaon Panchayat of Charengia is Kalyanpur.
What is the pincode of Charengia?
The pincode of Charengia is 784172.
What is the population of Charengia?
Charengia had a total population of 916, including 466 males and 450 females.
How many households are there in Charengia?
Charengia had 212 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charengia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charengia was 91.85%. Male literacy was 93.02% and female literacy was 90.65%.