Bokajan - Chariduar, Sonitpur
Bokajan is a village situated in the Chariduar subdivision of Sonitpur district, Assam. Niz-goroimari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bokajan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bokajan is 285991. The village covers a total geographical area of 339 hectares and falls under the 784105 pincode.
Bokajan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sootea Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sonitpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bokajan
As per Census 2011, Bokajan village has a total population of 4,717 people, consisting of 2,670 males and 2,047 females. The village has 1,958 households and a sex ratio of 766 females per 1,000 males. There are 662 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,414 literate and 1,303 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bokajan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,717 | 2,670 | 2,047 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 662 | 327 | 335 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 25 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 3,414 | 2,107 | 1,307 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,303 | 563 | 740 |
Nearby Villages of Bokajan
Bokajan 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 Bokajan
Bokajan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Bokajan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bokajan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bokajan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bokajan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bokajan
Where is Bokajan located?
Bokajan village is located in Chariduar Subdivision, Sonitpur district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bokajan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bokajan is Niz-goroimari.
What is the pincode of Bokajan?
The pincode of Bokajan is 784105.
What is the population of Bokajan?
Bokajan has a total population of 4,717, including 2,670 males and 2,047 females.
How many households are there in Bokajan?
There are 1,958 households in Bokajan.
What is the literacy rate in Bokajan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bokajan is 72.38%. Male literacy is 78.91% and female literacy is 63.85%.