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 Gram 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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Duweni village has a total population of 116 people, consisting of 63 males and 53 females. The village has 19 households and a sex ratio of 841 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 73 literate and 43 illiterate residents. Additionally, 115 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Duweni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 116 | 63 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Duweni?
The Gram 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 has a total population of 116, including 63 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Duweni?
There are 19 households in Duweni.
What is the literacy rate in Duweni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Duweni is 62.93%. Male literacy is 61.90% and female literacy is 64.15%.