Chakalia Pothar - Sapekhati, Charaideo
Chakalia Pothar is a village situated in the Sapekhati subdivision of Charaideo district, Assam. It is located approximately 40 km from Sonari and around 90 km from Sivasagar. Borhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakalia Pothar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakalia Pothar is 293159. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.39 hectares and falls under the 785692 pincode. Sonari is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Chakalia Pothar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakalia Pothar
As per Census 2011, Chakalia Pothar village has a total population of 343 people, consisting of 163 males and 180 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 1,104 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 260 literate and 83 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 74 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chakalia Pothar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 343 | 163 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 36 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 260 | 126 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 37 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Chakalia Pothar
Chakalia Pothar 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 Chakalia Pothar
Public transport in the Chakalia Pothar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Chakalia Pothar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonari to Chakalia Pothar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Chakalia Pothar is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakalia Pothar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakalia Pothar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chakalia Pothar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakalia Pothar 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Chakalia Pothar
Where is Chakalia Pothar located?
Chakalia Pothar village is located in Sapekhati Subdivision, Charaideo district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakalia Pothar?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakalia Pothar is Borhat.
What is the pincode of Chakalia Pothar?
The pincode of Chakalia Pothar is 785692.
What is the population of Chakalia Pothar?
Chakalia Pothar has a total population of 343, including 163 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Chakalia Pothar?
There are 69 households in Chakalia Pothar.
What is the literacy rate in Chakalia Pothar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakalia Pothar is 75.80%. Male literacy is 77.30% and female literacy is 74.44%.