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
As per Census 2011, No.1 Chekadani village has a total population of 353 people, consisting of 183 males and 170 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 252 literate and 101 illiterate residents. Additionally, 310 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for No.1 Chekadani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 353 | 183 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| 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 has a total population of 353, including 183 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in No.1 Chekadani?
There are 79 households in No.1 Chekadani.
What is the literacy rate in No.1 Chekadani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of No.1 Chekadani is 71.39%. Male literacy is 78.14% and female literacy is 64.12%.