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
According to the 2011 Census, Gamalpur village had a total population of 1,106 people, including 569 males and 537 females, living in 224 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.67%, with male literacy at 74.67% and female literacy at 53.64%.
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 | 1,106 | 569 | 537 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 115 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,106, including 569 males and 537 females.
How many households are there in Gamalpur?
Gamalpur had 224 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gamalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gamalpur was 64.67%. Male literacy was 74.67% and female literacy was 53.64%.