Kowarijan - Sipajhar, Darrang
Kowarijan is a village situated in the Sipajhar subdivision of Darrang district, Assam. Ganeshkuwari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kowarijan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kowarijan is 304921. The village covers a total geographical area of 191.29 hectares and falls under the 784145 pincode. Mangaldoi is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kowarijan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sipajhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mangaldoi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kowarijan
According to the 2011 Census, Kowarijan village had a total population of 585 people, including 309 males and 276 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.56%, with male literacy at 81.88% and female literacy at 70.34%.
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 | 585 | 309 | 276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 33 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 392 | 226 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 83 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Kowarijan
Kowarijan 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 Kowarijan
Public transport in the Kowarijan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mangaldoi to Kowarijan is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kowarijan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kowarijan 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kowarijan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kowarijan 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kowarijan
Where is Kowarijan located?
Kowarijan village is located in Sipajhar Subdivision, Darrang district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kowarijan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kowarijan is Ganeshkuwari.
What is the pincode of Kowarijan?
The pincode of Kowarijan is 784145.
What is the population of Kowarijan?
Kowarijan had a total population of 585, including 309 males and 276 females.
How many households are there in Kowarijan?
Kowarijan had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kowarijan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kowarijan was 76.56%. Male literacy was 81.88% and female literacy was 70.34%.