Uttar Dipu - Lakhipur, Cachar
Uttar 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 50 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Harinagar serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Uttar Dipu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Dipu is 299823. The village covers a total geographical area of 20 hectares and falls under the 788126 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Uttar Dipu 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 Uttar Dipu
According to the 2011 Census, Uttar Dipu village had a total population of 114 people, including 54 males and 60 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,111 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.82%, with male literacy at 75.61% and female literacy at 60.87%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 26.
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 | 114 | 54 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 23 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Dipu
Uttar 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 Uttar Dipu
Public transport in the Uttar Dipu is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhipur to Uttar Dipu is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Uttar Dipu 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 Uttar Dipu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Dipu 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar 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 Uttar Dipu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Uttar Dipu
Where is Uttar Dipu located?
Uttar Dipu village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Uttar Dipu?
The Gaon Panchayat of Uttar Dipu is Harinagar.
What is the pincode of Uttar Dipu?
The pincode of Uttar Dipu is 788126.
What is the population of Uttar Dipu?
Uttar Dipu had a total population of 114, including 54 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Dipu?
Uttar Dipu had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Dipu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Dipu was 67.82%. Male literacy was 75.61% and female literacy was 60.87%.