Chakalia Gaon - Naharkatiya, Dibrugarh
Chakalia Gaon is a village situated in the Naharkatiya subdivision of Dibrugarh district, Assam. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naharkatiya and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Dibrugarh. Jamuguri serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Chakalia Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakalia Gaon is 292281. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.55 hectares and falls under the 786610 pincode. Naharkatiya is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Chakalia Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head.
Population of Chakalia Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Chakalia Gaon village had a total population of 355 people, including 187 males and 168 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.82%, with male literacy at 89.82% and female literacy at 70.86%.
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 | 355 | 187 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 150 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 37 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Chakalia Gaon
Chakalia 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 Chakalia Gaon
Chakalia Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chakalia Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Naharkatiya to Chakalia Gaon is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dibrugarh to Chakalia Gaon is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakalia Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakalia Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chakalia 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 Chakalia Gaon 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chakalia Gaon
Where is Chakalia Gaon located?
Chakalia Gaon village is located in Naharkatiya Subdivision, Dibrugarh district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Chakalia Gaon?
The Gaon Panchayat of Chakalia Gaon is Jamuguri.
What is the pincode of Chakalia Gaon?
The pincode of Chakalia Gaon is 786610.
What is the population of Chakalia Gaon?
Chakalia Gaon had a total population of 355, including 187 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Chakalia Gaon?
Chakalia Gaon had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakalia Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakalia Gaon was 80.82%. Male literacy was 89.82% and female literacy was 70.86%.