Chaildhara - Lakhipur, Goalpara
Chaildhara is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. It is located approximately 78 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Goalpara. Kathuri-monkola Saildhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaildhara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaildhara is 281766. The village covers a total geographical area of 108.12 hectares and falls under the 783129 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chaildhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaildhara
According to the 2011 Census, Chaildhara village had a total population of 310 people, including 156 males and 154 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 28.51%, with male literacy at 32.76% and female literacy at 23.81%.
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 | 310 | 156 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 40 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 63 | 38 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 118 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Chaildhara
Chaildhara 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 Chaildhara
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chaildhara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhipur to Chaildhara is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Goalpara to Chaildhara is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaildhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaildhara 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chaildhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaildhara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chaildhara
Where is Chaildhara located?
Chaildhara village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaildhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaildhara is Kathuri-monkola Saildhara.
What is the pincode of Chaildhara?
The pincode of Chaildhara is 783129.
What is the population of Chaildhara?
Chaildhara had a total population of 310, including 156 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Chaildhara?
Chaildhara had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaildhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaildhara was 28.51%. Male literacy was 32.76% and female literacy was 23.81%.