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 Gram 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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Choutara
As per Census 2011, Choutara village has a total population of 2,205 people, consisting of 1,077 males and 1,128 females. The village has 435 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 495 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 793 literate and 1,412 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Choutara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,205 | 1,077 | 1,128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 495 | 238 | 257 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Choutara?
The Gram Panchayat of Choutara is Jorsimalu.
What is the pincode of Choutara?
The pincode of Choutara is 781137.
What is the population of Choutara?
Choutara has a total population of 2,205, including 1,077 males and 1,128 females.
How many households are there in Choutara?
There are 435 households in Choutara.
What is the literacy rate in Choutara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choutara is 35.96%. Male literacy is 40.30% and female literacy is 31.83%.