Langichook - Kaliabor, Nagaon
Langichook is a village situated in the Kaliabor subdivision of Nagaon district, Assam. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaliabor and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nagaon. Majpubtharia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Langichook village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Langichook is 284190. The village covers a total geographical area of 419.48 hectares and falls under the 782139 pincode. Tezpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Langichook 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 Langichook
As per Census 2011, Langichook village has a total population of 2,915 people, consisting of 1,449 males and 1,466 females. The village has 660 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 282 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,308 literate and 607 illiterate residents. Additionally, 781 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Langichook are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,915 | 1,449 | 1,466 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 134 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 781 | 385 | 396 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 2,308 | 1,209 | 1,099 |
| Illiterate Population | 607 | 240 | 367 |
Nearby Villages of Langichook
Langichook 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 Langichook
Langichook is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Langichook.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Tezpur to Langichook is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaon to Langichook 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 Langichook
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Langichook village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Langichook
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Langichook village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Langichook
Where is Langichook located?
Langichook village is located in Kaliabor Subdivision, Nagaon district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Langichook?
The Gram Panchayat of Langichook is Majpubtharia.
What is the pincode of Langichook?
The pincode of Langichook is 782139.
What is the population of Langichook?
Langichook has a total population of 2,915, including 1,449 males and 1,466 females.
How many households are there in Langichook?
There are 660 households in Langichook.
What is the literacy rate in Langichook?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Langichook is 79.18%. Male literacy is 83.44% and female literacy is 74.97%.