Garia Chiga Gaon - Sapekhati, Charaideo
Garia Chiga Gaon is a village situated in the Sapekhati subdivision of Charaideo district, Assam. It is located approximately 15 km from Sonari and around 62 km from Sivasagar. Boroguri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garia Chiga Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garia Chiga Gaon is 293080. The village covers a total geographical area of 294 hectares and falls under the 785692 pincode. Sonari is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Garia Chiga 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 Sonari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garia Chiga Gaon
As per Census 2011, Garia Chiga Gaon village has a total population of 1,294 people, consisting of 663 males and 631 females. The village has 277 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 218 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 660 literate and 634 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 195 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garia Chiga Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,294 | 663 | 631 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 122 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 195 | 101 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 660 | 378 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 634 | 285 | 349 |
Nearby Villages of Garia Chiga Gaon
Garia Chiga 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 Garia Chiga Gaon
Garia Chiga Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Garia Chiga Gaon.
| 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 Sonari to Garia Chiga Gaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Garia Chiga Gaon is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garia Chiga Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garia Chiga 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 Garia Chiga 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 Garia Chiga Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garia Chiga Gaon
Where is Garia Chiga Gaon located?
Garia Chiga Gaon village is located in Sapekhati Subdivision, Charaideo district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garia Chiga Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Garia Chiga Gaon is Boroguri.
What is the pincode of Garia Chiga Gaon?
The pincode of Garia Chiga Gaon is 785692.
What is the population of Garia Chiga Gaon?
Garia Chiga Gaon has a total population of 1,294, including 663 males and 631 females.
How many households are there in Garia Chiga Gaon?
There are 277 households in Garia Chiga Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Garia Chiga Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garia Chiga Gaon is 51.00%. Male literacy is 57.01% and female literacy is 44.69%.