Dipuchera - Lakhipur, Cachar
Dipuchera is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 450 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Digli Lakhicherra serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Dipuchera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dipuchera is 299837. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 788126 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dipuchera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President 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 Dipuchera
According to the 2011 Census, Dipuchera village had a total population of 419 people, including 229 males and 190 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 830 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.03%, with male literacy at 91.10% and female literacy at 84.38%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 419 | 229 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 38 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 309 | 174 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 55 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Dipuchera
Dipuchera 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 Dipuchera
Public transport in the Dipuchera is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Lakhipur to Dipuchera is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Dipuchera 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 Dipuchera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dipuchera 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Dipuchera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dipuchera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dipuchera
Where is Dipuchera located?
Dipuchera village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Dipuchera?
The Gaon Panchayat of Dipuchera is Digli Lakhicherra.
What is the pincode of Dipuchera?
The pincode of Dipuchera is 788126.
What is the population of Dipuchera?
Dipuchera had a total population of 419, including 229 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Dipuchera?
Dipuchera had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dipuchera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dipuchera was 88.03%. Male literacy was 91.10% and female literacy was 84.38%.