Kokrajhar
Kokrajhar 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 information the sub-district code of Kokrajhar Block (CD) is 02004. Total area of kokrajhar subdivision is 20 km² including 14.96 km² rural area and 4.88 km² urban area. Kokrajhar subdivision has a population of 22,001 peoples, out of which urban population is 13,849 while rural population is 8,152. Kokrajhar has a sex ratio of approximately 952 females for every 1,000 males. Kokrajhar subdivision has a population density of 234 inhabitants per square kilometre. There are about 4,765 houses in the sub-district, including 3,039 urban houses and 1,726 rural houses. When it comes to literacy, 684.69% population of kokrajhar subdivision is literate, out of which 749.97% males and 616.18% females are literate.
List of Villages in Kokrajhar Subdivision
Kokrajhar Subdivision has a total of 13 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 Kokrajhar Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Basugaon | N/A | Basugaon (1 km) |
| 2 | Basugaon Thuribari | N/A | Basugaon (0 km) |
| 3 | Bhutiapara | N/A | Basugaon (1 km) |
| 4 | Bhutkura | N/A | Basugaon (3 km) |
| 5 | Fulguri | N/A | Basugaon (3 km) |
| 6 | Hekaipara | N/A | Basugaon (1 km) |
| 7 | Kachutola | N/A | Basugaon (2 km) |
| 8 | Khagrabari | N/A | Basugaon (5 km) |
| 9 | Nalbari | N/A | Basugaon (5 km) |
| 10 | Nichinapara | N/A | Basugaon (1 km) |
| 11 | Sakati Bhatipara | N/A | Basugaon (4 km) |
| 12 | Sakatiuzanpara | N/A | Basugaon (4 km) |
| 13 | Tirimari | N/A | Basugaon (5 km) |
Population of Kokrajhar Subdivision
The population profile of Kokrajhar 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 Kokrajhar's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 22,001 | 8,152 | 13,849 |
| Male Population | 11,266 | 4,140 | 7,126 |
| Female Population | 10,735 | 4,012 | 6,723 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 35,460 | 31,781 | 3,679 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 18,171 | 16,261 | 1,910 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 17,289 | 15,520 | 1,769 |
| Literate Population | 1,50,639 | 1,19,424 | 31,215 |
| Literate Male Population | 84,492 | 67,623 | 16,869 |
| Literate Female Population | 66,147 | 51,801 | 14,346 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,02,455 | 94,671 | 7,784 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 44,668 | 41,360 | 3,308 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 57,787 | 53,311 | 4,476 |
| Total Households | 4,765 | 1,726 | 3,039 |
Social Structure and Density
This section gives a clear view of the social makeup of Kokrajhar Subdivision , highlighting how Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) are spread across both rural and urban areas. It also includes population density data, which helps us understand how closely people live together in different parts of the tehsil.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 10,417 | 5,539 | 4,878 |
| SC Male Population | 5,376 | 2,872 | 2,504 |
| SC Female Population | 5,041 | 2,667 | 2,374 |
| Total ST Population | 93,668 | 85,022 | 8,646 |
| ST Male Population | 46,774 | 42,640 | 4,134 |
| ST Female Population | 46,894 | 42,382 | 4,512 |
| Population Density | 234 / km² | 200 / km² | 4,158 / km² |