Chowranga Bam - Sonari, Charaideo
Chowranga Bam is a village situated in the Sonari subdivision of Charaideo district, Assam. It is located approximately 10 km from Sonari and around 57 km from Sivasagar. Longpatia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chowranga Bam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chowranga Bam is 293042. The village covers a total geographical area of 156.99 hectares and falls under the 785692 pincode. Sonari is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chowranga Bam 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 Chowranga Bam
As per Census 2011, Chowranga Bam village has a total population of 553 people, consisting of 271 males and 282 females. The village has 119 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 390 literate and 163 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chowranga Bam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 553 | 271 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 32 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 390 | 214 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 57 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Chowranga Bam
Chowranga Bam 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 Chowranga Bam
Chowranga Bam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Chowranga Bam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonari to Chowranga Bam is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Chowranga Bam is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chowranga Bam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chowranga Bam 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 Chowranga Bam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chowranga Bam 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 Chowranga Bam
Where is Chowranga Bam located?
Chowranga Bam village is located in Sonari Subdivision, Charaideo district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chowranga Bam?
The Gram Panchayat of Chowranga Bam is Longpatia.
What is the pincode of Chowranga Bam?
The pincode of Chowranga Bam is 785692.
What is the population of Chowranga Bam?
Chowranga Bam has a total population of 553, including 271 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Chowranga Bam?
There are 119 households in Chowranga Bam.
What is the literacy rate in Chowranga Bam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chowranga Bam is 70.52%. Male literacy is 78.97% and female literacy is 62.41%.