Chetia - Dimow, Sivasagar
Chetia is a village situated in the Dimow subdivision of Sivasagar district, Assam. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dimow and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Sivasagar. Athabari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chetia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chetia is 292517. The village covers a total geographical area of 148 hectares and falls under the 785674 pincode. Sibsagar is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Chetia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Demow Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chetia
As per Census 2011, Chetia village has a total population of 1,016 people, consisting of 514 males and 502 females. The village has 219 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 758 literate and 258 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chetia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,016 | 514 | 502 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 45 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 758 | 414 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 100 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Chetia
Chetia 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 Chetia
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chetia. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Chetia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sibsagar to Chetia is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Chetia is about 23 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 Chetia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chetia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chetia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chetia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chetia
Where is Chetia located?
Chetia village is located in Dimow Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chetia?
The Gram Panchayat of Chetia is Athabari.
What is the pincode of Chetia?
The pincode of Chetia is 785674.
What is the population of Chetia?
Chetia has a total population of 1,016, including 514 males and 502 females.
How many households are there in Chetia?
There are 219 households in Chetia.
What is the literacy rate in Chetia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chetia is 74.61%. Male literacy is 80.54% and female literacy is 68.53%.