Kather Chang - Kaliabor, Nagaon
Kather Chang is a village situated in the Kaliabor subdivision of Nagaon district, Assam. Hatigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kather Chang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kather Chang is 284290. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.15 hectares and falls under the 782136 pincode. Jakhalabandha is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Kather Chang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Kather Chang
As per Census 2011, Kather Chang village has a total population of 118 people, consisting of 62 males and 56 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 46 literate and 72 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kather Chang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 118 | 62 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 29 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 33 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Kather Chang
Kather Chang 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 Kather Chang
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Kather Chang. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kather Chang.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jakhalabandha to Kather Chang is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaon to Kather Chang is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kather Chang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kather Chang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kather Chang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kather Chang 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kather Chang
Where is Kather Chang located?
Kather Chang village is located in Kaliabor Subdivision, Nagaon district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kather Chang?
The Gram Panchayat of Kather Chang is Hatigaon.
What is the pincode of Kather Chang?
The pincode of Kather Chang is 782136.
What is the population of Kather Chang?
Kather Chang has a total population of 118, including 62 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Kather Chang?
There are 25 households in Kather Chang.
What is the literacy rate in Kather Chang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kather Chang is 38.98%. Male literacy is 46.77% and female literacy is 30.36%.