Bongaigaon
Bongaigaon is a Town and Subdivision in Chirang District of Assam. In India, a subdivision is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Bongaigaon Block (CD) is 02110. The total area of Bongaigaon Subdivision is 10 km². Bongaigaon has a sex ratio of approximately 993 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Bongaigaon Subdivision
Bongaigaon Subdivision has a total of 5 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Bongaigaon Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chapaguri Pt I | N/A | Bongaigaon (1 km) |
| 2 | Chapaguri Pt Ii | N/A | Bongaigaon (1 km) |
| 3 | Dawkhanagar 1 | N/A | Bongaigaon (8 km) |
| 4 | Dawkhanagar 2 | N/A | Bongaigaon (8 km) |
| 5 | Fuchulupara | N/A | Bongaigaon (5 km) |
Population of Bongaigaon Subdivision
The population profile of Bongaigaon Subdivision offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Bongaigaon Subdivision's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,253 | 8,253 | N/A |
| Male Population | 4,139 | 4,139 | N/A |
| Female Population | 4,114 | 4,114 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 16,597 | 8,461 | 8,136 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 8,424 | 4,261 | 4,163 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 8,173 | 4,200 | 3,973 |
| Literate Population | 1,14,786 | 50,148 | 64,638 |
| Literate Male Population | 61,877 | 27,213 | 34,664 |
| Literate Female Population | 52,909 | 22,935 | 29,974 |
| Illiterate Population | 41,309 | 23,729 | 17,580 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 17,064 | 9,749 | 7,315 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 24,245 | 13,980 | 10,265 |
| Total Households | 1,747 | 1,747 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 8,253 people. Includes nearly 4,139 males and 4,114 females. Rural population is about 8,253 people.
- There are around 16,597 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 8,424 boys and 8,173 girls.
- Literate population is about 1,14,786 people. Non-literate population is around 41,309 people.
- There are nearly 1,747 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Bongaigaon Subdivision, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 22,938 | 11,608 | 11,330 |
| SC Male Population | 11,647 | 5,893 | 5,754 |
| SC Female Population | 11,291 | 5,715 | 5,576 |
| Total ST Population | 9,982 | 7,171 | 2,811 |
| ST Male Population | 4,985 | 3,564 | 1,421 |
| ST Female Population | 4,997 | 3,607 | 1,390 |
| Population Density | 763 / km² | 395 / km² | 4,750 / km² |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Bongaigaon Subdivision is approximately 22,938 people, including 11,647 males and 11,291 females. Around 11,608 people live in rural parts. Nearly 11,330 people reside in urban areas.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Bongaigaon Subdivision is about 9,982 people, including 4,985 males and 4,997 females. Around 7,171 live in villages or rural parts. Nearly 2,811 live in towns or urban regions.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 763 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 395 people per sq. km, urban areas record nearly 4,750 people per sq. km.