Jakhalabandha Town - Kaliabor, Nagaon
Jakhalabandha Town is a village situated in the Kaliabor subdivision of Nagaon district, Assam. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaliabor and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nagaon. Jakhalabandha serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Jakhalabandha Town village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jakhalabandha Town is 284218. The village covers a total geographical area of 129.3 hectares and falls under the 782136 pincode. Tezpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Jakhalabandha Town village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaliabor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaziranga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jakhalabandha Town
According to the 2011 Census, Jakhalabandha Town village had a total population of 4,625 people, including 2,339 males and 2,286 females, living in 1,012 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.59%, with male literacy at 88.96% and female literacy at 78.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 363, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 31.
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 | 4,625 | 2,339 | 2,286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 560 | 265 | 295 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 363 | 181 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 3,398 | 1,845 | 1,553 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,227 | 494 | 733 |
Nearby Villages of Jakhalabandha Town
Jakhalabandha Town 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 Jakhalabandha Town
Jakhalabandha Town is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Jakhalabandha Town 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 Tezpur to Jakhalabandha Town is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaon to Jakhalabandha Town is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jakhalabandha Town
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jakhalabandha Town village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jakhalabandha Town
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jakhalabandha Town village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Jakhalabandha Town
Where is Jakhalabandha Town located?
Jakhalabandha Town village is located in Kaliabor Subdivision, Nagaon district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Jakhalabandha Town?
The Gaon Panchayat of Jakhalabandha Town is Jakhalabandha.
What is the pincode of Jakhalabandha Town?
The pincode of Jakhalabandha Town is 782136.
What is the population of Jakhalabandha Town?
Jakhalabandha Town had a total population of 4,625, including 2,339 males and 2,286 females.
How many households are there in Jakhalabandha Town?
Jakhalabandha Town had 1,012 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jakhalabandha Town?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jakhalabandha Town was 83.59%. Male literacy was 88.96% and female literacy was 78.00%.