Duweni - Boko, Kamrup
Duweni is a village situated in the Boko subdivision of Kamrup district, Assam. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boko and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Amingaon. Dakhin Paschim Luki serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Duweni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Duweni is 303155. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.64 hectares and falls under the 781123 pincode. Palashbari is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Duweni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Boko Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gauhati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Duweni
According to the 2011 Census, Duweni village had a total population of 116 people, including 63 males and 53 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 841 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.95%, with male literacy at 88.64% and female literacy at 87.18%. 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 | 116 | 63 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 62 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 39 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 24 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Duweni
Duweni 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 Duweni
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Duweni.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palashbari to Duweni is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amingaon to Duweni is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Duweni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Duweni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Duweni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Duweni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Duweni
Where is Duweni located?
Duweni village is located in Boko Subdivision, Kamrup district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Duweni?
The Gaon Panchayat of Duweni is Dakhin Paschim Luki.
What is the pincode of Duweni?
The pincode of Duweni is 781123.
What is the population of Duweni?
Duweni had a total population of 116, including 63 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Duweni?
Duweni had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Duweni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Duweni was 87.95%. Male literacy was 88.64% and female literacy was 87.18%.