Halowa - Naharkatiya, Dibrugarh
Halowa is a village situated in the Naharkatiya subdivision of Dibrugarh district, Assam. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naharkatiya and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Dibrugarh. Dighalia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Halowa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Halowa is 292268. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.37 hectares and falls under the 786610 pincode. Naharkatiya is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Halowa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Halowa
According to the 2011 Census, Halowa village had a total population of 638 people, including 313 males and 325 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.75%, with male literacy at 99.29% and female literacy at 88.40%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 115.
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 | 638 | 313 | 325 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 30 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 52 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 540 | 281 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 32 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Halowa
Halowa 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 Halowa
Halowa 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 Halowa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Halowa is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dibrugarh to Halowa 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 Halowa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Halowa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Halowa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Halowa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Halowa
Where is Halowa located?
Halowa village is located in Naharkatiya Subdivision, Dibrugarh district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Halowa?
The Gram Panchayat of Halowa is Dighalia.
What is the pincode of Halowa?
The pincode of Halowa is 786610.
What is the population of Halowa?
Halowa had a total population of 638, including 313 males and 325 females.
How many households are there in Halowa?
Halowa had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Halowa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Halowa was 93.75%. Male literacy was 99.29% and female literacy was 88.40%.