Chutia - Nazira, Sivasagar
Chutia is a village situated in the Nazira subdivision of Sivasagar district, Assam. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nazira and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Sivasagar. Napam Baruwati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chutia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chutia is 292838. The village covers a total geographical area of 495.7 hectares and falls under the 785696 pincode. Nazira is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Chutia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nazira Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chutia
According to the 2011 Census, Chutia village had a total population of 3,382 people, including 1,732 males and 1,650 females, living in 751 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.04%, with male literacy at 90.06% and female literacy at 79.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 3,382 | 1,732 | 1,650 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 373 | 183 | 190 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 2,559 | 1,395 | 1,164 |
| Illiterate Population | 823 | 337 | 486 |
Nearby Villages of Chutia
Chutia 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 Chutia
Chutia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nazira to Chutia is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Chutia is about 38 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 Chutia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chutia 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 Chutia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chutia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chutia
Where is Chutia located?
Chutia village is located in Nazira Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chutia?
The Gram Panchayat of Chutia is Napam Baruwati.
What is the pincode of Chutia?
The pincode of Chutia is 785696.
What is the population of Chutia?
Chutia had a total population of 3,382, including 1,732 males and 1,650 females.
How many households are there in Chutia?
Chutia had 751 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chutia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chutia was 85.04%. Male literacy was 90.06% and female literacy was 79.73%.