Azara
Azara is a Town and Subdivision in Kamrup Metropolitan District of Assam. In India, a subdivision is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Azara Block (CD) is 02127. The total area of Azara Subdivision is 142 km², which includes 121.12 km² of rural area and 20.44 km² of urban area. Azara has a sex ratio of approximately 914 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Azara Subdivision
Azara Subdivision has a total of 26 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Azara Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agcia | Majirgaon | Azara |
| 2 | Azara | Azara | Azara |
| 3 | Barjhar | Majirgaon | Guwahati (20 km) |
| 4 | Chanchali | N/A | Guwahati (20 km) |
| 5 | Char Majir N C | Garal | Guwahati (20 km) |
| 6 | Deurali | Kahikuchi | Guwahati (25 km) |
| 7 | Dharapur | Dharapur | Azara |
| 8 | Garal | Garal | Azara |
| 9 | Garbhanga N C | Azara | Guwahati (6 km) |
| 10 | Gog | Azara | Guwahati (20 km) |
| 11 | Gog N C | Azara | Guwahati (10 km) |
| 12 | Jabe | Kahikuchi | Guwahati (20 km) |
| 13 | Jangaliapara | Kahikuchi | Guwahati (30 km) |
| 14 | Jogipara | Kahikuchi | Guwahati (25 km) |
| 15 | Kahi Kuchi | Kahikuchi | Azara |
| 16 | Kamar Gaon | Kahikuchi | Guwahati (28 km) |
| 17 | Kendukuchi | Garal | Guwahati (18 km) |
| 18 | Lakhara | Azara | Guwahati (15 km) |
| 19 | Lakhara N C | Azara | Guwahati (5 km) |
| 20 | Majir Gaon | Majirgaon | Azara |
| 21 | Matikutni | Kahikuchi | Guwahati (25 km) |
| 22 | Mikirpara Chokardoi | Azara | Guwahati (20 km) |
| 23 | Mirzapur | Garal | Guwahati (20 km) |
| 24 | Pacheniapara | Kahikuchi | Guwahati (18 km) |
| 25 | Pamehi | Azara | Guwahati (15 km) |
| 26 | Pat Gaon | Kahikuchi | Guwahati (18 km) |
Population of Azara Subdivision
The population profile of Azara Subdivision offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Azara Subdivision's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 64,247 | 28,281 | 35,966 |
| Male Population | 33,558 | 15,178 | 18,380 |
| Female Population | 30,689 | 13,103 | 17,586 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6,246 | 2,923 | 3,323 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,321 | 1,533 | 1,788 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,925 | 1,390 | 1,535 |
| Literate Population | 50,602 | 21,410 | 29,192 |
| Literate Male Population | 27,726 | 12,207 | 15,519 |
| Literate Female Population | 22,876 | 9,203 | 13,673 |
| Illiterate Population | 13,645 | 6,871 | 6,774 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 5,832 | 2,971 | 2,861 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 7,813 | 3,900 | 3,913 |
| Total Households | 14,642 | 6,266 | 8,376 |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population of Azara Subdivision is around 64,247 people. This includes 33,558 males and 30,689 females. Rural population is about 28,281 (15,178 males and 13,103 females), while urban population is nearly 35,966 (18,380 males and 17,586 females).
- Children aged 0–6 years make up about 6,246 of the population, with 3,321 boys and 2,925 girls. Rural areas have 2,923 children, and urban areas have about 3,323 children in this age group.
- There are approximately 50,602 literate people in Azara Subdivision, including 27,726 literate males and 22,876 literate females. Literacy in rural areas includes 21,410 individuals and urban literacy covers around 29,192 people.
- About 13,645 people in Azara Subdivision are not literate, including 5,832 males and 7,813 females. Rural areas include 6,871 non-literate people, while urban areas have nearly 6,774 individuals.
- The tehsil has around 14,642 households, with 6,266 in villages and 8,376 in towns.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Azara Subdivision, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 4,400 | 1,523 | 2,877 |
| SC Male Population | 2,222 | 774 | 1,448 |
| SC Female Population | 2,178 | 749 | 1,429 |
| Total ST Population | 3,220 | 2,770 | 450 |
| ST Male Population | 1,640 | 1,406 | 234 |
| ST Female Population | 1,580 | 1,364 | 216 |
| Population Density | 454 / km² | 234 / km² | 1,760 / km² |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Azara Subdivision is approximately 4,400 people, including 2,222 males and 2,178 females. Around 1,523 people live in rural parts. Nearly 2,877 people reside in urban areas.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Azara Subdivision is about 3,220 people, including 1,640 males and 1,580 females. Around 2,770 live in villages or rural parts. Nearly 450 live in towns or urban regions.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 454 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 234 people per sq. km, urban areas record nearly 1,760 people per sq. km.