Halowa - Bokakhat, Golaghat
Halowa is a village situated in the Bokakhat subdivision of Golaghat district, Assam. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bokakhat and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Golaghat. Madhya Kaziranga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Halowa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Halowa is 294176. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.49 hectares and falls under the 785612 pincode. Bokakhat is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Halowa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Halowa
According to the 2011 Census, Halowa village had a total population of 47 people, including 21 males and 26 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,238 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.72%, with male literacy at 84.21% and female literacy at 83.33%.
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 | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 5 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Halowa
Halowa 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 Halowa
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Halowa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bokakhat to Halowa is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Golaghat to Halowa is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Halowa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Halowa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Halowa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Halowa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Halowa
Where is Halowa located?
Halowa village is located in Bokakhat Subdivision, Golaghat district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Halowa?
The Gram Panchayat of Halowa is Madhya Kaziranga.
What is the pincode of Halowa?
The pincode of Halowa is 785612.
What is the population of Halowa?
Halowa had a total population of 47, including 21 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Halowa?
Halowa had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Halowa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Halowa was 83.72%. Male literacy was 84.21% and female literacy was 83.33%.