Raichander Char - Lakhipur, Goalpara
Raichander Char is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Goalpara. Kathuri-monkola Saildhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raichander Char village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raichander Char is 281765. The village covers a total geographical area of 188.46 hectares and falls under the 783129 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Raichander 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 Raichander Char
According to the 2011 Census, Raichander Char village had a total population of 425 people, including 210 males and 215 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 16.99%, with male literacy at 21.74% and female literacy at 11.92%.
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 | 425 | 210 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 49 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 35 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 372 | 175 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Raichander Char
Raichander 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 Raichander Char
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Raichander 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 Raichander Char is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Goalpara to Raichander Char is about 77 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 Raichander Char
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raichander Char 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 Raichander 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 Raichander 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 Raichander Char
Where is Raichander Char located?
Raichander Char village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raichander Char?
The Gram Panchayat of Raichander Char is Kathuri-monkola Saildhara.
What is the pincode of Raichander Char?
The pincode of Raichander Char is 783129.
What is the population of Raichander Char?
Raichander Char had a total population of 425, including 210 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Raichander Char?
Raichander Char had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raichander Char?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raichander Char was 16.99%. Male literacy was 21.74% and female literacy was 11.92%.