No.1 Chekadani - Gossaigaon (Pt), Kokrajhar
No.1 Chekadani is a village situated in the Gossaigaon (Pt) subdivision of Kokrajhar district, Assam. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gossaigaon and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Kokrajhar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of No.1 Chekadani is 279692. The village covers a total geographical area of 121.12 hectares and falls under the 783360 pincode. Gossaigaon is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
No.1 Chekadani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Gossaigaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kokrajhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of No.1 Chekadani
According to the 2011 Census, No.1 Chekadani village had a total population of 353 people, including 183 males and 170 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.03%, with male literacy at 88.82% and female literacy at 72.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 310.
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 | 353 | 183 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 310 | 156 | 154 |
| Literate Population | 252 | 143 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 40 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of No.1 Chekadani
No.1 Chekadani 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 No.1 Chekadani
No.1 Chekadani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Gossaigaon to No.1 Chekadani is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kokrajhar to No.1 Chekadani is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in No.1 Chekadani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for No.1 Chekadani 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in No.1 Chekadani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving No.1 Chekadani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about No.1 Chekadani
Where is No.1 Chekadani located?
No.1 Chekadani village is located in Gossaigaon (Pt) Subdivision, Kokrajhar district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of No.1 Chekadani?
The pincode of No.1 Chekadani is 783360.
What is the population of No.1 Chekadani?
No.1 Chekadani had a total population of 353, including 183 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in No.1 Chekadani?
No.1 Chekadani had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in No.1 Chekadani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of No.1 Chekadani was 81.03%. Male literacy was 88.82% and female literacy was 72.67%.