Chetia Gaon - Sonari, Charaideo
Chetia Gaon is a village situated in the Sonari subdivision of Charaideo district, Assam. It is located approximately 30 km from Sivasagar. Hollow Phukon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chetia Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chetia Gaon is 292987. The village covers a total geographical area of 198.45 hectares and falls under the 785688 pincode. Simaluguri is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Chetia 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 Mahmora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chetia Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Chetia Gaon village had a total population of 524 people, including 294 males and 230 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 782 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.65%, with male literacy at 87.84% and female literacy at 71.90%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 524 | 294 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 39 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 375 | 224 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 70 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Chetia Gaon
Chetia 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 Chetia Gaon
Chetia Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chetia Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Simaluguri to Chetia Gaon is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Chetia Gaon is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chetia Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chetia Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chetia 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 Chetia Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chetia Gaon
Where is Chetia Gaon located?
Chetia Gaon village is located in Sonari Subdivision, Charaideo district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chetia Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Chetia Gaon is Hollow Phukon.
What is the pincode of Chetia Gaon?
The pincode of Chetia Gaon is 785688.
What is the population of Chetia Gaon?
Chetia Gaon had a total population of 524, including 294 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Chetia Gaon?
Chetia Gaon had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chetia Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chetia Gaon was 80.65%. Male literacy was 87.84% and female literacy was 71.90%.