Chipe Gaon - Margherita, Tinsukia
Chipe Gaon is a village situated in the Margherita subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Margherita and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Ledo Collieary serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chipe Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chipe Gaon is 290962. The village covers a total geographical area of 120.86 hectares and falls under the 786182 pincode. Margherita is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Chipe Gaon 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 Chipe Gaon
As per Census 2011, Chipe Gaon village has a total population of 771 people, consisting of 404 males and 367 females. The village has 159 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 445 literate and 326 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chipe Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 771 | 404 | 367 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 58 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 56 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 445 | 256 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 326 | 148 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Chipe Gaon
Chipe Gaon 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 Chipe Gaon
Chipe Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Chipe Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Margherita to Chipe Gaon is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Chipe Gaon is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chipe Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chipe Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chipe Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chipe Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chipe Gaon
Where is Chipe Gaon located?
Chipe Gaon village is located in Margherita Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chipe Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Chipe Gaon is Ledo Collieary.
What is the pincode of Chipe Gaon?
The pincode of Chipe Gaon is 786182.
What is the population of Chipe Gaon?
Chipe Gaon has a total population of 771, including 404 males and 367 females.
How many households are there in Chipe Gaon?
There are 159 households in Chipe Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Chipe Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chipe Gaon is 57.72%. Male literacy is 63.37% and female literacy is 51.50%.