Chotoguma - Bilasipara Pt, Dhubri
Chotoguma is a village situated in the Bilasipara Pt subdivision of Dhubri district, Assam. It is located approximately 37 km from Gossaigaon Of Kokrajhar District and around 42 km from Dhubri. Ghogarpar Chotoguma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chotoguma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chotoguma is 280698. The village covers a total geographical area of 236.49 hectares and falls under the 783348 pincode. Gossaigaon is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Chotoguma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Golokganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chotoguma
According to the 2011 Census, Chotoguma village had a total population of 5,206 people, including 2,701 males and 2,505 females, living in 1,110 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.34%, with male literacy at 71.53% and female literacy at 60.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 374, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 5,206 | 2,701 | 2,505 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 750 | 369 | 381 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 374 | 203 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,956 | 1,668 | 1,288 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,250 | 1,033 | 1,217 |
Nearby Villages of Chotoguma
Chotoguma 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 Chotoguma
Chotoguma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chotoguma.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gossaigaon to Chotoguma is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhubri to Chotoguma is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chotoguma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chotoguma 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 Chotoguma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chotoguma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chotoguma
Where is Chotoguma located?
Chotoguma village is located in Bilasipara Pt Subdivision, Dhubri district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chotoguma?
The Gram Panchayat of Chotoguma is Ghogarpar Chotoguma.
What is the pincode of Chotoguma?
The pincode of Chotoguma is 783348.
What is the population of Chotoguma?
Chotoguma had a total population of 5,206, including 2,701 males and 2,505 females.
How many households are there in Chotoguma?
Chotoguma had 1,110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chotoguma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chotoguma was 66.34%. Male literacy was 71.53% and female literacy was 60.64%.