Garpara - Gogamukh, Dhemaji
Garpara is a village situated in the Gogamukh subdivision of Dhemaji district, Assam. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gogamukh and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Dhemaji. Ukhamati serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Garpara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garpara is 289746. The village covers a total geographical area of 147.42 hectares and falls under the 787034 pincode. Garpara is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Garpara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhemaji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lakhimpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garpara
According to the 2011 Census, Garpara village had a total population of 117 people, including 66 males and 51 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 773 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.59%, with male literacy at 98.28% and female literacy at 83.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 90.
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 | 117 | 66 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 8 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 51 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 57 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 9 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Garpara
Garpara 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 Garpara
Public transport in the Garpara 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 Garpara to Garpara is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhemaji to Garpara is about 38 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 Garpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garpara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garpara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garpara
Where is Garpara located?
Garpara village is located in Gogamukh Subdivision, Dhemaji district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Garpara?
The Gaon Panchayat of Garpara is Ukhamati.
What is the pincode of Garpara?
The pincode of Garpara is 787034.
What is the population of Garpara?
Garpara had a total population of 117, including 66 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Garpara?
Garpara had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garpara was 91.59%. Male literacy was 98.28% and female literacy was 83.67%.