Karaiati - Bokakhat, Golaghat
Karaiati is a village situated in the Bokakhat subdivision of Golaghat district, Assam. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bakakhat and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Golaghat. Mari Dhansiri serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Karaiati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karaiati is 294205. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.79 hectares and falls under the 785615 pincode. Bakakhat is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Karaiati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head.
Population of Karaiati
According to the 2011 Census, Karaiati village had a total population of 650 people, including 335 males and 315 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.73%, with male literacy at 91.91% and female literacy at 87.37%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 18.
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 | 650 | 335 | 315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 26 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 533 | 284 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 51 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Karaiati
Karaiati 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 Karaiati
Karaiati is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Bakakhat to Karaiati is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Golaghat to Karaiati is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karaiati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karaiati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karaiati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karaiati village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karaiati
Where is Karaiati located?
Karaiati village is located in Bokakhat Subdivision, Golaghat district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Karaiati?
The Gaon Panchayat of Karaiati is Mari Dhansiri.
What is the pincode of Karaiati?
The pincode of Karaiati is 785615.
What is the population of Karaiati?
Karaiati had a total population of 650, including 335 males and 315 females.
How many households are there in Karaiati?
Karaiati had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karaiati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karaiati was 89.73%. Male literacy was 91.91% and female literacy was 87.37%.