Kachalo - Tingkhong, Dibrugarh
Kachalo is a village situated in the Tingkhong subdivision of Dibrugarh district, Assam. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tingkhong and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Dibrugarh. Dhaman Ouguri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kachalo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kachalo is 292033. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.99 hectares and falls under the 786612 pincode. Naharkotia is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Kachalo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kachalo
As per Census 2011, Kachalo village has a total population of 459 people, consisting of 229 males and 230 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 361 literate and 98 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kachalo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 459 | 229 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 24 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 361 | 187 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 42 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Kachalo
Kachalo 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 Kachalo
Kachalo 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 5-10 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 Naharkotia to Kachalo is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dibrugarh to Kachalo is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kachalo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kachalo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kachalo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kachalo 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kachalo
Where is Kachalo located?
Kachalo village is located in Tingkhong Subdivision, Dibrugarh district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kachalo?
The Gram Panchayat of Kachalo is Dhaman Ouguri.
What is the pincode of Kachalo?
The pincode of Kachalo is 786612.
What is the population of Kachalo?
Kachalo has a total population of 459, including 229 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Kachalo?
There are 92 households in Kachalo.
What is the literacy rate in Kachalo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kachalo is 78.65%. Male literacy is 81.66% and female literacy is 75.65%.