Chauwani - Tingkhong, Dibrugarh
Chauwani is a village situated in the Tingkhong subdivision of Dibrugarh district, Assam. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tingkhong and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Dibrugarh. Mohmora Borpather serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Chauwani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chauwani is 292213. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.19 hectares and falls under the 786621 pincode. Naharkatia is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Chauwani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head.
Population of Chauwani
According to the 2011 Census, Chauwani village had a total population of 406 people, including 199 males and 207 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.47%, with male literacy at 88.51% and female literacy at 78.69%.
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 | 406 | 199 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 298 | 154 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 45 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Chauwani
Chauwani 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 Chauwani
Chauwani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Naharkatia to Chauwani is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dibrugarh to Chauwani 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 Chauwani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chauwani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chauwani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chauwani 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chauwani
Where is Chauwani located?
Chauwani village is located in Tingkhong Subdivision, Dibrugarh district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Chauwani?
The Gaon Panchayat of Chauwani is Mohmora Borpather.
What is the pincode of Chauwani?
The pincode of Chauwani is 786621.
What is the population of Chauwani?
Chauwani had a total population of 406, including 199 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Chauwani?
Chauwani had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chauwani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chauwani was 83.47%. Male literacy was 88.51% and female literacy was 78.69%.