Major Chuk - Naduar, Sonitpur
Major Chuk 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 Major Chuk village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Major Chuk is 286411. The village covers a total geographical area of 312.97 hectares and falls under the 784180 pincode. Biswanath Chariali is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Major Chuk 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 Major Chuk
As per Census 2011, Major Chuk village has a total population of 2,063 people, consisting of 1,049 males and 1,014 females. The village has 474 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 165 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,805 literate and 258 illiterate residents. Additionally, 113 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Major Chuk are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,063 | 1,049 | 1,014 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 95 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 54 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,805 | 925 | 880 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 124 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Major Chuk
Major Chuk 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 Major Chuk
Major Chuk 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 Major Chuk.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Biswanath Chariali to Major Chuk is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tezpur to Major Chuk 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 Major Chuk
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Major Chuk village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Major Chuk
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Major Chuk 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Major Chuk
Where is Major Chuk located?
Major Chuk village is located in Naduar Subdivision, Sonitpur district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Major Chuk?
The Gram Panchayat of Major Chuk is Dakhin Chillabandha.
What is the pincode of Major Chuk?
The pincode of Major Chuk is 784180.
What is the population of Major Chuk?
Major Chuk has a total population of 2,063, including 1,049 males and 1,014 females.
How many households are there in Major Chuk?
There are 474 households in Major Chuk.
What is the literacy rate in Major Chuk?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Major Chuk is 87.49%. Male literacy is 88.18% and female literacy is 86.79%.