Chikarajan - Margherita, Tinsukia
Chikarajan is a village situated in the Margherita subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Margherita and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Bijuliban serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chikarajan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikarajan is 290783. The village covers a total geographical area of 102.55 hectares and falls under the 786160 pincode. Doomdoma is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chikarajan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Margherita Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dibrugarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chikarajan
According to the 2011 Census, Chikarajan village had a total population of 559 people, including 288 males and 271 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.74%, with male literacy at 60.00% and female literacy at 47.71%.
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 | 559 | 288 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 78 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 230 | 126 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 162 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Chikarajan
Chikarajan 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 Chikarajan
Public transport in the Chikarajan is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Doomdoma to Chikarajan is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Chikarajan is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikarajan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikarajan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chikarajan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikarajan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chikarajan
Where is Chikarajan located?
Chikarajan village is located in Margherita Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikarajan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikarajan is Bijuliban.
What is the pincode of Chikarajan?
The pincode of Chikarajan is 786160.
What is the population of Chikarajan?
Chikarajan had a total population of 559, including 288 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Chikarajan?
Chikarajan had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikarajan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikarajan was 53.74%. Male literacy was 60.00% and female literacy was 47.71%.