Chengelijan - Naharkatiya, Dibrugarh
Chengelijan is a village situated in the Naharkatiya subdivision of Dibrugarh district, Assam. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naharkatiya and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Dibrugarh. Borbam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chengelijan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chengelijan is 292302. The village covers a total geographical area of 168.67 hectares and falls under the 786611 pincode. Naharkatiya is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Chengelijan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chengelijan
According to the 2011 Census, Chengelijan village had a total population of 634 people, including 325 males and 309 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.76%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 76.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 220.
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 | 634 | 325 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 50 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 220 | 115 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 459 | 250 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 75 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Chengelijan
Chengelijan 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 Chengelijan
Chengelijan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chengelijan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Naharkatiya to Chengelijan is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dibrugarh to Chengelijan 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 Chengelijan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chengelijan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chengelijan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chengelijan 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chengelijan
Where is Chengelijan located?
Chengelijan village is located in Naharkatiya Subdivision, Dibrugarh district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chengelijan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chengelijan is Borbam.
What is the pincode of Chengelijan?
The pincode of Chengelijan is 786611.
What is the population of Chengelijan?
Chengelijan had a total population of 634, including 325 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Chengelijan?
Chengelijan had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chengelijan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chengelijan was 83.76%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 76.56%.