Garia Chalang - Titabor, Jorhat
Garia Chalang is a village situated in the Titabor subdivision of Jorhat district, Assam. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Titabor and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Jorhat. Melamati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garia Chalang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garia Chalang is 293978. The village covers a total geographical area of 143.5 hectares and falls under the 785632 pincode. Titabor is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Garia Chalang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Titabar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garia Chalang
As per Census 2011, Garia Chalang village has a total population of 631 people, consisting of 347 males and 284 females. The village has 138 households and a sex ratio of 818 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 436 literate and 195 illiterate residents. Additionally, 85 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garia Chalang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 631 | 347 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 44 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 85 | 53 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 436 | 266 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 81 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Garia Chalang
Garia Chalang 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 Garia Chalang
Public transport in the Garia Chalang is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Garia Chalang.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Titabor to Garia Chalang is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jorhat to Garia Chalang is about 30 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 Garia Chalang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garia Chalang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garia Chalang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garia Chalang 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Garia Chalang
Where is Garia Chalang located?
Garia Chalang village is located in Titabor Subdivision, Jorhat district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garia Chalang?
The Gram Panchayat of Garia Chalang is Melamati.
What is the pincode of Garia Chalang?
The pincode of Garia Chalang is 785632.
What is the population of Garia Chalang?
Garia Chalang has a total population of 631, including 347 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Garia Chalang?
There are 138 households in Garia Chalang.
What is the literacy rate in Garia Chalang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garia Chalang is 69.10%. Male literacy is 76.66% and female literacy is 59.86%.