Charagaon - Dotoma, Kokrajhar
Charagaon is a village situated in the Dotoma subdivision of Kokrajhar district, Assam. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dotoma and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Kokrajhar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charagaon is 280022. The village covers a total geographical area of 232.62 hectares and falls under the 783347 pincode. Kokrajhar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Charagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Population of Charagaon
According to the 2011 Census, Charagaon village had a total population of 838 people, including 413 males and 425 females, living in 175 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.86%, with male literacy at 80.67% and female literacy at 61.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 598.
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 | 838 | 413 | 425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 56 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 598 | 291 | 307 |
| Literate Population | 513 | 288 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 325 | 125 | 200 |
Nearby Villages of Charagaon
Charagaon 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 Charagaon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Charagaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kokrajhar to Charagaon is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charagaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Charagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charagaon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Charagaon
Where is Charagaon located?
Charagaon village is located in Dotoma Subdivision, Kokrajhar district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of Charagaon?
The pincode of Charagaon is 783347.
What is the population of Charagaon?
Charagaon had a total population of 838, including 413 males and 425 females.
How many households are there in Charagaon?
Charagaon had 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charagaon was 70.86%. Male literacy was 80.67% and female literacy was 61.31%.