Lumpung - Jonai, Dhemaji
Lumpung is a village situated in the Jonai subdivision of Dhemaji district, Assam. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jonai and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Dhemaji. Laimekuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lumpung village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lumpung is 289412. The village covers a total geographical area of 60 hectares and falls under the 787060 pincode. Pasighat is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Lumpung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lakhimpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lumpung
As per Census 2011, Lumpung village has a total population of 171 people, consisting of 94 males and 77 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 819 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 72 literate and 99 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 125 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lumpung are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 171 | 94 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 70 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 43 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 51 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Lumpung
Lumpung 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 Lumpung
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Lumpung.
| 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 Pasighat to Lumpung is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhemaji to Lumpung is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lumpung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lumpung 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lumpung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lumpung 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lumpung
Where is Lumpung located?
Lumpung village is located in Jonai Subdivision, Dhemaji district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lumpung?
The Gram Panchayat of Lumpung is Laimekuri.
What is the pincode of Lumpung?
The pincode of Lumpung is 787060.
What is the population of Lumpung?
Lumpung has a total population of 171, including 94 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Lumpung?
There are 30 households in Lumpung.
What is the literacy rate in Lumpung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lumpung is 42.11%. Male literacy is 45.74% and female literacy is 37.66%.