Cheleng - Naharkatiya, Dibrugarh
Cheleng is a village situated in the Naharkatiya subdivision of Dibrugarh district, Assam. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naharkatiya and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Dibrugarh. Borbam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Cheleng village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cheleng is 292303. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.2 hectares and falls under the 786610 pincode. Naharkatiya is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Cheleng village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Cheleng
According to the 2011 Census, Cheleng village had a total population of 437 people, including 228 males and 209 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.79%, with male literacy at 97.14% and female literacy at 77.05%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 57.
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 | 437 | 228 | 209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 18 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 345 | 204 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 24 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Cheleng
Cheleng 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 Cheleng
Cheleng 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Naharkatiya to Cheleng is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dibrugarh to Cheleng 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 Cheleng
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cheleng village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Cheleng
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cheleng village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Cheleng
Where is Cheleng located?
Cheleng village is located in Naharkatiya Subdivision, Dibrugarh district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Cheleng?
The Gram Panchayat of Cheleng is Borbam.
What is the pincode of Cheleng?
The pincode of Cheleng is 786610.
What is the population of Cheleng?
Cheleng had a total population of 437, including 228 males and 209 females.
How many households are there in Cheleng?
Cheleng had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Cheleng?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cheleng was 87.79%. Male literacy was 97.14% and female literacy was 77.05%.