Niz-Chatia - Naduar, Sonitpur
Niz-Chatia is a village situated in the Naduar subdivision of Sonitpur district, Assam. It is located approximately 60 km from Tezpur. 3 No. Sootea serves as the Gram Panchayat for Niz-Chatia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Niz-Chatia is 286510. The village covers a total geographical area of 295.86 hectares and falls under the 784175 pincode. Biswanath Charali is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Niz-Chatia 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 Niz-Chatia
As per Census 2011, Niz-Chatia village has a total population of 2,917 people, consisting of 1,501 males and 1,416 females. The village has 638 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 231 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,571 literate and 346 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Niz-Chatia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,917 | 1,501 | 1,416 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 127 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,571 | 1,343 | 1,228 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 158 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Niz-Chatia
Niz-Chatia 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 Niz-Chatia
Public transport in the Niz-Chatia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Niz-Chatia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Charali to Niz-Chatia is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tezpur to Niz-Chatia is about 60 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 Niz-Chatia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Niz-Chatia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Niz-Chatia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Niz-Chatia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Niz-Chatia
Where is Niz-Chatia located?
Niz-Chatia village is located in Naduar Subdivision, Sonitpur district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Niz-Chatia?
The Gram Panchayat of Niz-Chatia is 3 No. Sootea.
What is the pincode of Niz-Chatia?
The pincode of Niz-Chatia is 784175.
What is the population of Niz-Chatia?
Niz-Chatia has a total population of 2,917, including 1,501 males and 1,416 females.
How many households are there in Niz-Chatia?
There are 638 households in Niz-Chatia.
What is the literacy rate in Niz-Chatia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Niz-Chatia is 88.14%. Male literacy is 89.47% and female literacy is 86.72%.