Towkok Grant No.2 - Sonari, Charaideo
Towkok Grant No.2 is a village situated in the Sonari subdivision of Charaideo district, Assam. It is located approximately 16 km from Sonari and around 66 km from Sivasagar. Towkak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Towkok Grant No.2 village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Towkok Grant No.2 is 293031. The village covers a total geographical area of 2791.09 hectares and falls under the 785690 pincode. Sonari is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Towkok Grant No.2 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 Towkok Grant No.2
As per Census 2011, Towkok Grant No.2 village has a total population of 17,129 people, consisting of 8,788 males and 8,341 females. The village has 3,446 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,724 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,492 literate and 8,637 illiterate residents. Additionally, 77 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Towkok Grant No.2 are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,129 | 8,788 | 8,341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,724 | 1,379 | 1,345 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 39 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 30 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 8,492 | 5,228 | 3,264 |
| Illiterate Population | 8,637 | 3,560 | 5,077 |
Nearby Villages of Towkok Grant No.2
Towkok Grant No.2 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 Towkok Grant No.2
Public transport in the Towkok Grant No.2 is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Towkok Grant No.2.
| 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 Towkok Grant No.2 is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Towkok Grant No.2 is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Towkok Grant No.2
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Towkok Grant No.2 village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Towkok Grant No.2
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Towkok Grant No.2 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 Towkok Grant No.2
Where is Towkok Grant No.2 located?
Towkok Grant No.2 village is located in Sonari Subdivision, Charaideo district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Towkok Grant No.2?
The Gram Panchayat of Towkok Grant No.2 is Towkak.
What is the pincode of Towkok Grant No.2?
The pincode of Towkok Grant No.2 is 785690.
What is the population of Towkok Grant No.2?
Towkok Grant No.2 has a total population of 17,129, including 8,788 males and 8,341 females.
How many households are there in Towkok Grant No.2?
There are 3,446 households in Towkok Grant No.2.
What is the literacy rate in Towkok Grant No.2?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Towkok Grant No.2 is 49.58%. Male literacy is 59.49% and female literacy is 39.13%.