Chomua - Naobaicha, Lakhimpur
Chomua is a village situated in the Naobaicha subdivision of Lakhimpur district, Assam. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bilotia and around 20 km from the district headquarters in North Lakhimpur. Nowboicha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chomua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chomua is 287856. The village covers a total geographical area of 149.27 hectares and falls under the 787031 pincode. Lakhimpur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Chomua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naoboicha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lakhimpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chomua
According to the 2011 Census, Chomua village had a total population of 537 people, including 281 males and 256 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.95%, with male literacy at 95.93% and female literacy at 89.64%.
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 | 537 | 281 | 256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 35 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 435 | 236 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 45 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Chomua
Chomua 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 Chomua
Chomua is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chomua.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhimpur to Chomua is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from North Lakhimpur to Chomua is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chomua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chomua 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chomua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chomua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chomua
Where is Chomua located?
Chomua village is located in Naobaicha Subdivision, Lakhimpur district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chomua?
The Gram Panchayat of Chomua is Nowboicha.
What is the pincode of Chomua?
The pincode of Chomua is 787031.
What is the population of Chomua?
Chomua had a total population of 537, including 281 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Chomua?
Chomua had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chomua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chomua was 92.95%. Male literacy was 95.93% and female literacy was 89.64%.