Dipu - Lakhipur, Cachar
Dipu is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 374 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Harinagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dipu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dipu is 299820. The village covers a total geographical area of 134 hectares and falls under the 788126 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Dipu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udharbond Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dipu
As per Census 2011, Dipu village has a total population of 722 people, consisting of 355 males and 367 females. The village has 162 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 554 literate and 168 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 362 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dipu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 722 | 355 | 367 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 38 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 362 | 182 | 180 |
| Literate Population | 554 | 289 | 265 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 66 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Dipu
Dipu 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 Dipu
Public transport in the Dipu is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Lakhipur to Dipu is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Dipu is about 49 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 Dipu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dipu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dipu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dipu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dipu
Where is Dipu located?
Dipu village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dipu?
The Gram Panchayat of Dipu is Harinagar.
What is the pincode of Dipu?
The pincode of Dipu is 788126.
What is the population of Dipu?
Dipu has a total population of 722, including 355 males and 367 females.
How many households are there in Dipu?
There are 162 households in Dipu.
What is the literacy rate in Dipu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dipu is 76.73%. Male literacy is 81.41% and female literacy is 72.21%.