Chepti - Rangia, Kamrup
Chepti is a village situated in the Rangia subdivision of Kamrup district, Assam. It is located approximately 2 km from Rongia and around 45 km from Amingaon. Chepti Nakul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chepti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chepti is 302376. The village covers a total geographical area of 81 hectares and falls under the 781354 pincode. Guwahati is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Chepti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rangia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mangaldoi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chepti
As per Census 2011, Chepti village has a total population of 1,772 people, consisting of 1,261 males and 511 females. The village has 930 households and a sex ratio of 405 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,563 literate and 209 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chepti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,772 | 1,261 | 511 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 65 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,563 | 1,161 | 402 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 100 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Chepti
Chepti 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 Chepti
Chepti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Chepti has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Guwahati to Chepti is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amingaon to Chepti is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chepti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chepti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chepti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chepti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chepti
Where is Chepti located?
Chepti village is located in Rangia Subdivision, Kamrup district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chepti?
The Gram Panchayat of Chepti is Chepti Nakul.
What is the pincode of Chepti?
The pincode of Chepti is 781354.
What is the population of Chepti?
Chepti has a total population of 1,772, including 1,261 males and 511 females.
How many households are there in Chepti?
There are 930 households in Chepti.
What is the literacy rate in Chepti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chepti is 88.21%. Male literacy is 92.07% and female literacy is 78.67%.