Chamua Gaon - Teok, Jorhat
Chamua Gaon is a village situated in the Teok subdivision of Jorhat district, Assam. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Teok and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Jorhat. Gakhirkhowa serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Chamua Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chamua Gaon is 293838. The village covers a total geographical area of 130.32 hectares and falls under the 785635 pincode. Teok is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Chamua Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mariani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chamua Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Chamua Gaon village had a total population of 556 people, including 291 males and 265 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.81%, with male literacy at 94.83% and female literacy at 88.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 115.
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 | 556 | 291 | 265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 20 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 56 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 471 | 257 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 34 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Chamua Gaon
Chamua 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 Chamua Gaon
Chamua 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 1-2 km of Chamua Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Teok to Chamua Gaon is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jorhat to Chamua Gaon is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chamua Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chamua Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chamua 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 Chamua Gaon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chamua Gaon
Where is Chamua Gaon located?
Chamua Gaon village is located in Teok Subdivision, Jorhat district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Chamua Gaon?
The Gaon Panchayat of Chamua Gaon is Gakhirkhowa.
What is the pincode of Chamua Gaon?
The pincode of Chamua Gaon is 785635.
What is the population of Chamua Gaon?
Chamua Gaon had a total population of 556, including 291 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Chamua Gaon?
Chamua Gaon had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chamua Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chamua Gaon was 91.81%. Male literacy was 94.83% and female literacy was 88.43%.