Niz-Gorpal - Na-Duar, Biswanath
Niz-Gorpal is a village situated in the Na-Duar subdivision of Biswanath district, Assam. It is located approximately 65 km from Tezpur. 2 No. Dakhin Nagsankar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Niz-Gorpal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Niz-Gorpal is 286530. The village covers a total geographical area of 378 hectares and falls under the 784175 pincode. Biswanath Chariali is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Niz-Gorpal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Biswanath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sonitpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Niz-Gorpal
As per Census 2011, Niz-Gorpal village has a total population of 1,497 people, consisting of 740 males and 757 females. The village has 302 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 159 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,052 literate and 445 illiterate residents. Additionally, 169 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Niz-Gorpal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,497 | 740 | 757 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 68 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 92 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 25 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 1,052 | 569 | 483 |
| Illiterate Population | 445 | 171 | 274 |
Nearby Villages of Niz-Gorpal
Niz-Gorpal 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-Gorpal
Niz-Gorpal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Niz-Gorpal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Biswanath Chariali to Niz-Gorpal is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tezpur to Niz-Gorpal is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Niz-Gorpal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Niz-Gorpal 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Niz-Gorpal
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-Gorpal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Niz-Gorpal
Where is Niz-Gorpal located?
Niz-Gorpal village is located in Na-Duar Subdivision, Biswanath district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Niz-Gorpal?
The Gram Panchayat of Niz-Gorpal is 2 No. Dakhin Nagsankar.
What is the pincode of Niz-Gorpal?
The pincode of Niz-Gorpal is 784175.
What is the population of Niz-Gorpal?
Niz-Gorpal has a total population of 1,497, including 740 males and 757 females.
How many households are there in Niz-Gorpal?
There are 302 households in Niz-Gorpal.
What is the literacy rate in Niz-Gorpal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Niz-Gorpal is 70.27%. Male literacy is 76.89% and female literacy is 63.80%.