Niching Pur - Chhaygaon, Kamrup
Niching Pur is a village situated in the Chhaygaon subdivision of Kamrup district, Assam. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhaygaon and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Amingaon. Dakhin Bongaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Niching Pur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Niching Pur is 302776. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.85 hectares and falls under the 781124 pincode. Guwahati is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Niching Pur 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 Niching Pur
According to the 2011 Census, Niching Pur village had a total population of 685 people, including 350 males and 335 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.72%, with male literacy at 86.31% and female literacy at 74.74%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 661.
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 | 685 | 350 | 335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 36 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 661 | 337 | 324 |
| Literate Population | 490 | 271 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 79 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Niching Pur
Niching Pur 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 Niching Pur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Niching Pur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Guwahati to Niching Pur is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amingaon to Niching Pur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Niching Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Niching Pur 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 Niching Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Niching Pur 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 Niching Pur
Where is Niching Pur located?
Niching Pur village is located in Chhaygaon Subdivision, Kamrup district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Niching Pur?
The Gram Panchayat of Niching Pur is Dakhin Bongaon.
What is the pincode of Niching Pur?
The pincode of Niching Pur is 781124.
What is the population of Niching Pur?
Niching Pur had a total population of 685, including 350 males and 335 females.
How many households are there in Niching Pur?
Niching Pur had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Niching Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Niching Pur was 80.72%. Male literacy was 86.31% and female literacy was 74.74%.