Dakuwa Para - Chhaygaon, Kamrup
Dakuwa Para is a village situated in the Chhaygaon subdivision of Kamrup district, Assam. It is located approximately 10 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 Dakuwa Para village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakuwa Para is 302739. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.89 hectares and falls under the 781123 pincode. Guwahati is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Dakuwa Para 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 Dakuwa Para
According to the 2011 Census, Dakuwa Para village had a total population of 753 people, including 368 males and 385 females, living in 162 households. The sex ratio was 1,046 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.91%, with male literacy at 70.33% and female literacy at 63.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 524.
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 | 753 | 368 | 385 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 31 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 524 | 257 | 267 |
| Literate Population | 455 | 237 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 131 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Dakuwa Para
Dakuwa Para 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 Dakuwa Para
Public transport in the Dakuwa Para is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dakuwa Para.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Guwahati to Dakuwa Para is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amingaon to Dakuwa Para 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 Dakuwa Para
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakuwa Para village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dakuwa Para
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dakuwa Para village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dakuwa Para
Where is Dakuwa Para located?
Dakuwa Para village is located in Chhaygaon Subdivision, Kamrup district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakuwa Para?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakuwa Para is Paschim Chaygaon.
What is the pincode of Dakuwa Para?
The pincode of Dakuwa Para is 781123.
What is the population of Dakuwa Para?
Dakuwa Para had a total population of 753, including 368 males and 385 females.
How many households are there in Dakuwa Para?
Dakuwa Para had 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dakuwa Para?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakuwa Para was 66.91%. Male literacy was 70.33% and female literacy was 63.56%.