Karaiyani - Doboka, Hojai
Karaiyani is a village situated in the Doboka subdivision of Hojai district, Assam. It is located approximately 60 km from Nagaon. Koroioni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karaiyani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karaiyani is 285292. The village covers a total geographical area of 473.78 hectares and falls under the 782439 pincode. Hojai is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Karaiyani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamunamukh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karaiyani
According to the 2011 Census, Karaiyani village had a total population of 5,538 people, including 2,812 males and 2,726 females, living in 967 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.78%, with male literacy at 76.75% and female literacy at 62.70%.
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 | 5,538 | 2,812 | 2,726 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,217 | 636 | 581 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,015 | 1,670 | 1,345 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,523 | 1,142 | 1,381 |
Nearby Villages of Karaiyani
Karaiyani 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 Karaiyani
Public transport in the Karaiyani is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Karaiyani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hojai to Karaiyani is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaon to Karaiyani is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karaiyani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karaiyani 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karaiyani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karaiyani 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karaiyani
Where is Karaiyani located?
Karaiyani village is located in Doboka Subdivision, Hojai district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karaiyani?
The Gram Panchayat of Karaiyani is Koroioni.
What is the pincode of Karaiyani?
The pincode of Karaiyani is 782439.
What is the population of Karaiyani?
Karaiyani had a total population of 5,538, including 2,812 males and 2,726 females.
How many households are there in Karaiyani?
Karaiyani had 967 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karaiyani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karaiyani was 69.78%. Male literacy was 76.75% and female literacy was 62.70%.