Hokajan - Na-Duar, Biswanath
Hokajan is a village situated in the Na-Duar subdivision of Biswanath district, Assam. Pub Nagsankar serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Hokajan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hokajan is 286479. The village covers a total geographical area of 262.26 hectares and falls under the 784175 pincode.
Hokajan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Biswanath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sonitpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hokajan
According to the 2011 Census, Hokajan village had a total population of 979 people, including 500 males and 479 females, living in 196 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.44%, with male literacy at 79.77% and female literacy at 66.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 95.
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 | 979 | 500 | 479 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 65 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 49 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 622 | 347 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 357 | 153 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Hokajan
Hokajan 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 Hokajan
Hokajan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Hokajan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hokajan 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 Hokajan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hokajan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hokajan
Where is Hokajan located?
Hokajan village is located in Na-Duar Subdivision, Biswanath district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Hokajan?
The Gaon Panchayat of Hokajan is Pub Nagsankar.
What is the pincode of Hokajan?
The pincode of Hokajan is 784175.
What is the population of Hokajan?
Hokajan had a total population of 979, including 500 males and 479 females.
How many households are there in Hokajan?
Hokajan had 196 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hokajan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hokajan was 73.44%. Male literacy was 79.77% and female literacy was 66.75%.