Hokoma - Naduar, Sonitpur
Hokoma is a village situated in the Naduar subdivision of Sonitpur district, Assam. It is located approximately 55 km from Tezpur. Dakhin Chillabandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hokoma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hokoma is 286428. The village covers a total geographical area of 382.9 hectares and falls under the 784180 pincode. Tezpur is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Hokoma 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 Hokoma
As per Census 2011, Hokoma village has a total population of 2,378 people, consisting of 1,230 males and 1,148 females. The village has 492 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 297 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,597 literate and 781 illiterate residents. Additionally, 462 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hokoma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,378 | 1,230 | 1,148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 158 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 462 | 231 | 231 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,597 | 911 | 686 |
| Illiterate Population | 781 | 319 | 462 |
Nearby Villages of Hokoma
Hokoma 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 Hokoma
Hokoma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Hokoma.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Tezpur to Hokoma is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Tezpur to Hokoma is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hokoma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hokoma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Hokoma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hokoma 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hokoma
Where is Hokoma located?
Hokoma village is located in Naduar Subdivision, Sonitpur district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hokoma?
The Gram Panchayat of Hokoma is Dakhin Chillabandha.
What is the pincode of Hokoma?
The pincode of Hokoma is 784180.
What is the population of Hokoma?
Hokoma has a total population of 2,378, including 1,230 males and 1,148 females.
How many households are there in Hokoma?
There are 492 households in Hokoma.
What is the literacy rate in Hokoma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hokoma is 67.16%. Male literacy is 74.07% and female literacy is 59.76%.