Charingia Gaon - Jorhat West, Jorhat
Charingia Gaon is a village situated in the Jorhat West subdivision of Jorhat district, Assam. It is located approximately 16 km from Jorhat, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Uttar Khongia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charingia Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charingia Gaon is 293636. The village covers a total geographical area of 160.13 hectares and falls under the 785006 pincode. Jorhat is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Charingia Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Teok Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charingia Gaon
As per Census 2011, Charingia Gaon village has a total population of 1,750 people, consisting of 897 males and 853 females. The village has 387 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 229 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,118 literate and 632 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charingia Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,750 | 897 | 853 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 113 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,118 | 627 | 491 |
| Illiterate Population | 632 | 270 | 362 |
Nearby Villages of Charingia Gaon
Charingia Gaon 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 Charingia Gaon
Charingia Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Charingia Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jorhat to Charingia Gaon is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charingia Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charingia Gaon 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 Charingia Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charingia Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charingia Gaon
Where is Charingia Gaon located?
Charingia Gaon village is located in Jorhat West Subdivision, Jorhat district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charingia Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Charingia Gaon is Uttar Khongia.
What is the pincode of Charingia Gaon?
The pincode of Charingia Gaon is 785006.
What is the population of Charingia Gaon?
Charingia Gaon has a total population of 1,750, including 897 males and 853 females.
How many households are there in Charingia Gaon?
There are 387 households in Charingia Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Charingia Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charingia Gaon is 63.89%. Male literacy is 69.90% and female literacy is 57.56%.