Choutara - Goroimari, Kamrup
Choutara is a village situated in the Goroimari subdivision of Kamrup district, Assam. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Goroimari and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Amingaon. Jorsimalu serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Choutara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Choutara is 302892. The village covers a total geographical area of 139.75 hectares and falls under the 781137 pincode. Palasbari is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Choutara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head.
Population of Choutara
According to the 2011 Census, Choutara village had a total population of 2,205 people, including 1,077 males and 1,128 females, living in 435 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.37%, with male literacy at 51.73% and female literacy at 41.22%.
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 | 2,205 | 1,077 | 1,128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 495 | 238 | 257 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 793 | 434 | 359 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,412 | 643 | 769 |
Nearby Villages of Choutara
Choutara 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 Choutara
Choutara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Palasbari to Choutara is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amingaon to Choutara is about 71 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 Choutara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Choutara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Choutara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Choutara 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 Choutara
Where is Choutara located?
Choutara village is located in Goroimari Subdivision, Kamrup district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Choutara?
The Gaon Panchayat of Choutara is Jorsimalu.
What is the pincode of Choutara?
The pincode of Choutara is 781137.
What is the population of Choutara?
Choutara had a total population of 2,205, including 1,077 males and 1,128 females.
How many households are there in Choutara?
Choutara had 435 households.
What is the literacy rate in Choutara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choutara was 46.37%. Male literacy was 51.73% and female literacy was 41.22%.