Chular Char - Lakhipur, Goalpara
Chular Char is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Goalpara. Kalsabhanga-rowkhowa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chular Char village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chular Char is 281899. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.37 hectares and falls under the 783129 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Chular Char 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 Chular Char
According to the 2011 Census, Chular Char village had a total population of 361 people, including 201 males and 160 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 796 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 8.99%, with male literacy at 9.42% and female literacy at 8.53%.
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 | 361 | 201 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 63 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 337 | 188 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Chular Char
Chular Char 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 Chular Char
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Chular Char.
| 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 Chular Char is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Goalpara to Chular Char is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chular Char
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chular Char 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chular Char
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chular Char 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 Chular Char
Where is Chular Char located?
Chular Char village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chular Char?
The Gram Panchayat of Chular Char is Kalsabhanga-rowkhowa.
What is the pincode of Chular Char?
The pincode of Chular Char is 783129.
What is the population of Chular Char?
Chular Char had a total population of 361, including 201 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Chular Char?
Chular Char had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chular Char?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chular Char was 8.99%. Male literacy was 9.42% and female literacy was 8.53%.