Phinguwa Pathar - Sarthebari, Barpeta
Phinguwa Pathar is a village situated in the Sarthebari subdivision of Barpeta district, Assam. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palla, Sarthebari and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Barpeta. Galibandha Karagari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phinguwa Pathar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phinguwa Pathar is 283220. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.38 hectares and falls under the 781352 pincode. Sarthebari is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Phinguwa Pathar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarukhetri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barpeta Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phinguwa Pathar
According to the 2011 Census, Phinguwa Pathar village had a total population of 999 people, including 503 males and 496 females, living in 190 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.59%, with male literacy at 65.00% and female literacy at 58.00%.
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 | 999 | 503 | 496 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 83 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 505 | 273 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 494 | 230 | 264 |
Nearby Villages of Phinguwa Pathar
Phinguwa Pathar 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 Phinguwa Pathar
Phinguwa Pathar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sarthebari to Phinguwa Pathar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barpeta to Phinguwa Pathar is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phinguwa Pathar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phinguwa Pathar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Phinguwa Pathar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phinguwa Pathar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Phinguwa Pathar
Where is Phinguwa Pathar located?
Phinguwa Pathar village is located in Sarthebari Subdivision, Barpeta district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phinguwa Pathar?
The Gram Panchayat of Phinguwa Pathar is Galibandha Karagari.
What is the pincode of Phinguwa Pathar?
The pincode of Phinguwa Pathar is 781352.
What is the population of Phinguwa Pathar?
Phinguwa Pathar had a total population of 999, including 503 males and 496 females.
How many households are there in Phinguwa Pathar?
Phinguwa Pathar had 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phinguwa Pathar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phinguwa Pathar was 61.59%. Male literacy was 65.00% and female literacy was 58.00%.