Kancha Chapori - Khumtai, Golaghat
Kancha Chapori is a village situated in the Khumtai subdivision of Golaghat district, Assam. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dergaon and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Golaghat. Dusutimukh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kancha Chapori village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kancha Chapori is 294295. The village covers a total geographical area of 198.26 hectares and falls under the 785611 pincode. Dergaon is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Kancha Chapori village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bokakhat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaziranga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kancha Chapori
As per Census 2011, Kancha Chapori village has a total population of 1,241 people, consisting of 621 males and 620 females. The village has 203 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 221 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 681 literate and 560 illiterate residents. Additionally, 239 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 970 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kancha Chapori are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,241 | 621 | 620 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 104 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 239 | 132 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 970 | 478 | 492 |
| Literate Population | 681 | 410 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 560 | 211 | 349 |
Nearby Villages of Kancha Chapori
Kancha Chapori 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 Kancha Chapori
Public transport in the Kancha Chapori is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Dergaon to Kancha Chapori is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Golaghat to Kancha Chapori is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kancha Chapori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kancha Chapori 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kancha Chapori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kancha Chapori village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kancha Chapori
Where is Kancha Chapori located?
Kancha Chapori village is located in Khumtai Subdivision, Golaghat district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kancha Chapori?
The Gram Panchayat of Kancha Chapori is Dusutimukh.
What is the pincode of Kancha Chapori?
The pincode of Kancha Chapori is 785611.
What is the population of Kancha Chapori?
Kancha Chapori has a total population of 1,241, including 621 males and 620 females.
How many households are there in Kancha Chapori?
There are 203 households in Kancha Chapori.
What is the literacy rate in Kancha Chapori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kancha Chapori is 54.88%. Male literacy is 66.02% and female literacy is 43.71%.