Choukatola - Lakhipur, Goalpara
Choukatola is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. It is located approximately 62 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Goalpara. Hasdoba-gournagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Choukatola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Choukatola is 281877. The village covers a total geographical area of 101.68 hectares and falls under the 783129 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Choukatola 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 Choukatola
According to the 2011 Census, Choukatola village had a total population of 992 people, including 515 males and 477 females, living in 214 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.77%, with male literacy at 58.67% and female literacy at 48.68%.
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 | 992 | 515 | 477 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 123 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 414 | 230 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 578 | 285 | 293 |
Nearby Villages of Choukatola
Choukatola 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 Choukatola
Public transport in the Choukatola is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Lakhipur to Choukatola is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Goalpara to Choukatola is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Choukatola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Choukatola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Choukatola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Choukatola 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 Choukatola
Where is Choukatola located?
Choukatola village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Choukatola?
The Gram Panchayat of Choukatola is Hasdoba-gournagar.
What is the pincode of Choukatola?
The pincode of Choukatola is 783129.
What is the population of Choukatola?
Choukatola had a total population of 992, including 515 males and 477 females.
How many households are there in Choukatola?
Choukatola had 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Choukatola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choukatola was 53.77%. Male literacy was 58.67% and female literacy was 48.68%.