No.1 Chourang - Bijni (Pt), Chirang
No.1 Chourang is a village situated in the Bijni (Pt) subdivision of Chirang district, Assam. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijni and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Kajalgaon.
As per Census 2011, the village code of No.1 Chourang is 302211. The village covers a total geographical area of 210.23 hectares and falls under the 783392 pincode. Bijni is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Sidli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kokrajhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of No.1 Chourang
According to the 2011 Census, No.1 Chourang village had a total population of 489 people, including 247 males and 242 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.35%, with male literacy at 46.86% and female literacy at 38.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 297.
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 | 489 | 247 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 40 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 297 | 149 | 148 |
| Literate Population | 180 | 97 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 150 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of No.1 Chourang
No.1 Chourang 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 No.1 Chourang
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the No.1 Chourang.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bijni to No.1 Chourang is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kajalgaon to No.1 Chourang is about 64 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 No.1 Chourang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for No.1 Chourang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in No.1 Chourang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving No.1 Chourang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about No.1 Chourang
Where is No.1 Chourang located?
No.1 Chourang village is located in Bijni (Pt) Subdivision, Chirang district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of No.1 Chourang?
The pincode of No.1 Chourang is 783392.
What is the population of No.1 Chourang?
No.1 Chourang had a total population of 489, including 247 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in No.1 Chourang?
No.1 Chourang had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in No.1 Chourang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of No.1 Chourang was 42.35%. Male literacy was 46.86% and female literacy was 38.07%.