Andheri - Chhaygaon, Kamrup
Andheri is a village situated in the Chhaygaon subdivision of Kamrup district, Assam. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhaygaon and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Amingaon. Paschim Chaygaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Andheri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andheri is 302746. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.54 hectares and falls under the 781124 pincode. Guwahati is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Andheri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhaygaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gauhati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Andheri
According to the 2011 Census, Andheri village had a total population of 196 people, including 103 males and 93 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.01%, with male literacy at 86.96% and female literacy at 65.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 150.
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 | 196 | 103 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 150 | 80 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 80 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 23 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Andheri
Andheri 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 Andheri
Andheri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Andheri.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Guwahati to Andheri is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amingaon to Andheri is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andheri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andheri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Andheri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andheri 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Andheri
Where is Andheri located?
Andheri village is located in Chhaygaon Subdivision, Kamrup district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andheri?
The Gram Panchayat of Andheri is Paschim Chaygaon.
What is the pincode of Andheri?
The pincode of Andheri is 781124.
What is the population of Andheri?
Andheri had a total population of 196, including 103 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Andheri?
Andheri had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Andheri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andheri was 77.01%. Male literacy was 86.96% and female literacy was 65.85%.