Chaikya Gaon - Naharkatiya, Dibrugarh
Chaikya Gaon is a village situated in the Naharkatiya subdivision of Dibrugarh district, Assam. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naharkatiya and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Dibrugarh. Namrup serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Chaikya Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaikya Gaon is 292418. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.71 hectares and falls under the 786610 pincode. Namrup is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Chaikya Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head.
Population of Chaikya Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Chaikya Gaon village had a total population of 965 people, including 480 males and 485 females, living in 202 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.59%, with male literacy at 84.69% and female literacy at 72.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 139.
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 | 965 | 480 | 485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 62 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 139 | 69 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 657 | 354 | 303 |
| Illiterate Population | 308 | 126 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Chaikya Gaon
Chaikya Gaon 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 Chaikya Gaon
Chaikya Gaon 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 Chaikya Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Namrup to Chaikya Gaon is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dibrugarh to Chaikya Gaon is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaikya Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaikya Gaon 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 Chaikya Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaikya Gaon 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chaikya Gaon
Where is Chaikya Gaon located?
Chaikya Gaon village is located in Naharkatiya Subdivision, Dibrugarh district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Chaikya Gaon?
The Gaon Panchayat of Chaikya Gaon is Namrup.
What is the pincode of Chaikya Gaon?
The pincode of Chaikya Gaon is 786610.
What is the population of Chaikya Gaon?
Chaikya Gaon had a total population of 965, including 480 males and 485 females.
How many households are there in Chaikya Gaon?
Chaikya Gaon had 202 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaikya Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaikya Gaon was 78.59%. Male literacy was 84.69% and female literacy was 72.49%.