Chilathia - Helem, Biswanath
Chilathia is a village situated in the Helem subdivision of Biswanath district, Assam. It is located approximately 122 km from Tezpur. Jalukbari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chilathia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chilathia is 287037. The village covers a total geographical area of 141.26 hectares and falls under the 784168 pincode. Gohpur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Chilathia 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 Chilathia
As per Census 2011, Chilathia village has a total population of 1,064 people, consisting of 542 males and 522 females. The village has 234 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 649 literate and 415 illiterate residents. Additionally, 751 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chilathia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,064 | 542 | 522 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 83 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 751 | 381 | 370 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 649 | 358 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 415 | 184 | 231 |
Nearby Villages of Chilathia
Chilathia 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 Chilathia
Chilathia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Chilathia has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gohpur to Chilathia is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tezpur to Chilathia is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chilathia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chilathia 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chilathia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chilathia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chilathia
Where is Chilathia located?
Chilathia village is located in Helem Subdivision, Biswanath district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chilathia?
The Gram Panchayat of Chilathia is Jalukbari.
What is the pincode of Chilathia?
The pincode of Chilathia is 784168.
What is the population of Chilathia?
Chilathia has a total population of 1,064, including 542 males and 522 females.
How many households are there in Chilathia?
There are 234 households in Chilathia.
What is the literacy rate in Chilathia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chilathia is 61.00%. Male literacy is 66.05% and female literacy is 55.75%.