Sensowa - Jonai, Dhemaji
Sensowa is a village situated in the Jonai subdivision of Dhemaji district, Assam. It is located approximately 58 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jonai and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Dhemaji. Simen Chapori serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Sensowa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sensowa is 289242. The village covers a total geographical area of 30 hectares and falls under the 787061 pincode. Silapathar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Sensowa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lakhimpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sensowa
According to the 2011 Census, Sensowa village had a total population of 470 people, including 233 males and 237 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.84%, with male literacy at 87.00% and female literacy at 80.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
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 | 470 | 233 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 33 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 332 | 174 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 59 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Sensowa
Sensowa 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 Sensowa
Public transport in the Sensowa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Sensowa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silapathar to Sensowa is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhemaji to Sensowa is about 65 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 Sensowa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sensowa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sensowa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sensowa 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sensowa
Where is Sensowa located?
Sensowa village is located in Jonai Subdivision, Dhemaji district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Sensowa?
The Gaon Panchayat of Sensowa is Simen Chapori.
What is the pincode of Sensowa?
The pincode of Sensowa is 787061.
What is the population of Sensowa?
Sensowa had a total population of 470, including 233 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Sensowa?
Sensowa had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sensowa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sensowa was 83.84%. Male literacy was 87.00% and female literacy was 80.61%.