Pakharigan - Chabua, Dibrugarh
Pakharigan is a village situated in the Chabua subdivision of Dibrugarh district, Assam. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chabua and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Dibrugarh. Balijan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pakharigan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pakharigan is 291404. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.47 hectares and falls under the 786103 pincode. Chabua is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Pakharigan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lahowal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dibrugarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pakharigan
According to the 2011 Census, Pakharigan village had a total population of 1,247 people, including 633 males and 614 females, living in 266 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.39%, with male literacy at 54.26% and female literacy at 42.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 245, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 23.
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 | 1,247 | 633 | 614 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 117 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 245 | 138 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 497 | 280 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 750 | 353 | 397 |
Nearby Villages of Pakharigan
Pakharigan 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 Pakharigan
Pakharigan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chabua to Pakharigan is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dibrugarh to Pakharigan is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pakharigan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pakharigan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pakharigan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pakharigan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Pakharigan
Where is Pakharigan located?
Pakharigan village is located in Chabua Subdivision, Dibrugarh district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pakharigan?
The Gram Panchayat of Pakharigan is Balijan.
What is the pincode of Pakharigan?
The pincode of Pakharigan is 786103.
What is the population of Pakharigan?
Pakharigan had a total population of 1,247, including 633 males and 614 females.
How many households are there in Pakharigan?
Pakharigan had 266 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pakharigan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pakharigan was 48.39%. Male literacy was 54.26% and female literacy was 42.47%.