Khowang 17/21 No. Nlr - Doom Dooma, Tinsukia
Khowang 17/21 No. Nlr is a village situated in the Doom Dooma subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Doom Dooma and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Khobang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khowang 17/21 No. Nlr village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khowang 17/21 No. Nlr is 290177. The village covers a total geographical area of 429.89 hectares and falls under the 786156 pincode. Talap is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Khowang 17/21 No. Nlr village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sadiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lakhimpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khowang 17/21 No. Nlr
According to the 2011 Census, Khowang 17/21 No. Nlr village had a total population of 2,362 people, including 1,188 males and 1,174 females, living in 475 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.58%, with male literacy at 50.44% and female literacy at 32.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 459, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 32.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,362 | 1,188 | 1,174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 332 | 171 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 459 | 234 | 225 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 844 | 513 | 331 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,518 | 675 | 843 |
Nearby Villages of Khowang 17/21 No. Nlr
Khowang 17/21 No. Nlr 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 Khowang 17/21 No. Nlr
Public transport in the Khowang 17/21 No. Nlr is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Khowang 17/21 No. Nlr.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talap to Khowang 17/21 No. Nlr is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Khowang 17/21 No. Nlr is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khowang 17/21 No. Nlr
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khowang 17/21 No. Nlr 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khowang 17/21 No. Nlr
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khowang 17/21 No. Nlr village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khowang 17/21 No. Nlr
Where is Khowang 17/21 No. Nlr located?
Khowang 17/21 No. Nlr village is located in Doom Dooma Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khowang 17/21 No. Nlr?
The Gram Panchayat of Khowang 17/21 No. Nlr is Khobang.
What is the pincode of Khowang 17/21 No. Nlr?
The pincode of Khowang 17/21 No. Nlr is 786156.
What is the population of Khowang 17/21 No. Nlr?
Khowang 17/21 No. Nlr had a total population of 2,362, including 1,188 males and 1,174 females.
How many households are there in Khowang 17/21 No. Nlr?
Khowang 17/21 No. Nlr had 475 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khowang 17/21 No. Nlr?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khowang 17/21 No. Nlr was 41.58%. Male literacy was 50.44% and female literacy was 32.68%.