Karchan Tola - Naduar, Sonitpur
Karchan Tola is a village situated in the Naduar subdivision of Sonitpur district, Assam. It is located approximately 58 km from Tezpur. Uttar Borbhogia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karchan Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karchan Tola is 286399. The village covers a total geographical area of 276.03 hectares and falls under the 784189 pincode. Samugurihat is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Karchan Tola 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 Karchan Tola
As per Census 2011, Karchan Tola village has a total population of 3,380 people, consisting of 1,729 males and 1,651 females. The village has 810 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 372 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,463 literate and 917 illiterate residents. Additionally, 219 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 51 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karchan Tola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,380 | 1,729 | 1,651 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 372 | 190 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 219 | 109 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 28 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 2,463 | 1,325 | 1,138 |
| Illiterate Population | 917 | 404 | 513 |
Nearby Villages of Karchan Tola
Karchan Tola 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 Karchan Tola
Karchan Tola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Karchan Tola.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Samugurihat to Karchan Tola is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tezpur to Karchan Tola is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karchan Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karchan Tola 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 Karchan Tola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karchan Tola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karchan Tola
Where is Karchan Tola located?
Karchan Tola village is located in Naduar Subdivision, Sonitpur district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karchan Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Karchan Tola is Uttar Borbhogia.
What is the pincode of Karchan Tola?
The pincode of Karchan Tola is 784189.
What is the population of Karchan Tola?
Karchan Tola has a total population of 3,380, including 1,729 males and 1,651 females.
How many households are there in Karchan Tola?
There are 810 households in Karchan Tola.
What is the literacy rate in Karchan Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karchan Tola is 72.87%. Male literacy is 76.63% and female literacy is 68.93%.