Gamalpur - Sonai, Cachar
Gamalpur is a village situated in the Sonai subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonai and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Rajanagar-khulichara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gamalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gamalpur is 299712. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.5 hectares and falls under the 788120 pincode.
Gamalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dholai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gamalpur
As per Census 2011, Gamalpur village has a total population of 1,106 people, consisting of 569 males and 537 females. The village has 224 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 240 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 560 literate and 546 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gamalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,106 | 569 | 537 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 115 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 560 | 339 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 546 | 230 | 316 |
Nearby Villages of Gamalpur
Gamalpur 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 Gamalpur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gamalpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Silchar to Gamalpur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gamalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gamalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gamalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gamalpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gamalpur
Where is Gamalpur located?
Gamalpur village is located in Sonai Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gamalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gamalpur is Rajanagar-khulichara.
What is the pincode of Gamalpur?
The pincode of Gamalpur is 788120.
What is the population of Gamalpur?
Gamalpur has a total population of 1,106, including 569 males and 537 females.
How many households are there in Gamalpur?
There are 224 households in Gamalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gamalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gamalpur is 50.63%. Male literacy is 59.58% and female literacy is 41.15%.