Ketela Chowa - Dimow, Sivasagar
Ketela Chowa is a village situated in the Dimow subdivision of Sivasagar district, Assam. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dimow and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sivasagar. Rupjyoti serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Ketela Chowa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ketela Chowa is 292546. The village covers a total geographical area of 307.4 hectares and falls under the 785674 pincode. Sibsagar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Ketela Chowa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President 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 Ketela Chowa
According to the 2011 Census, Ketela Chowa village had a total population of 1,346 people, including 686 males and 660 females, living in 272 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.56%, with male literacy at 77.00% and female literacy at 59.47%.
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 | 1,346 | 686 | 660 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 112 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 759 | 442 | 317 |
| Illiterate Population | 587 | 244 | 343 |
Nearby Villages of Ketela Chowa
Ketela Chowa 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 Ketela Chowa
Ketela Chowa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ketela Chowa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sibsagar to Ketela Chowa is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Ketela Chowa is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ketela Chowa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ketela Chowa 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ketela Chowa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ketela Chowa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ketela Chowa
Where is Ketela Chowa located?
Ketela Chowa village is located in Dimow Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Ketela Chowa?
The Gaon Panchayat of Ketela Chowa is Rupjyoti.
What is the pincode of Ketela Chowa?
The pincode of Ketela Chowa is 785674.
What is the population of Ketela Chowa?
Ketela Chowa had a total population of 1,346, including 686 males and 660 females.
How many households are there in Ketela Chowa?
Ketela Chowa had 272 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ketela Chowa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ketela Chowa was 68.56%. Male literacy was 77.00% and female literacy was 59.47%.