Dheki Para - Sipajhar, Darrang
Dheki Para is a village situated in the Sipajhar subdivision of Darrang district, Assam. Lokrai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dheki Para village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dheki Para is 304944. The village covers a total geographical area of 288.36 hectares and falls under the 784145 pincode. Maqngaldoi is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Dheki Para village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sipajhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mangaldoi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dheki Para
According to the 2011 Census, Dheki Para village had a total population of 813 people, including 398 males and 415 females, living in 174 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.25%, with male literacy at 93.07% and female literacy at 77.63%.
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 | 813 | 398 | 415 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 37 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 624 | 336 | 288 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 62 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Dheki Para
Dheki Para 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 Dheki Para
Dheki Para is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maqngaldoi to Dheki Para is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mangaldoi to Dheki Para is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dheki Para
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dheki Para village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dheki Para
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dheki Para village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dheki Para
Where is Dheki Para located?
Dheki Para village is located in Sipajhar Subdivision, Darrang district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dheki Para?
The Gram Panchayat of Dheki Para is Lokrai.
What is the pincode of Dheki Para?
The pincode of Dheki Para is 784145.
What is the population of Dheki Para?
Dheki Para had a total population of 813, including 398 males and 415 females.
How many households are there in Dheki Para?
Dheki Para had 174 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dheki Para?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dheki Para was 85.25%. Male literacy was 93.07% and female literacy was 77.63%.