Jalakia Suti - Sissibargaon, Dhemaji
Jalakia Suti is a village situated in the Sissibargaon subdivision of Dhemaji district, Assam. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sissibargaon and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Dhemaji. Silasuti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jalakia Suti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalakia Suti is 289064. The village covers a total geographical area of 105.64 hectares and falls under the 787059 pincode. Silapathar is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Jalakia Suti 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 Jalakia Suti
According to the 2011 Census, Jalakia Suti village had a total population of 678 people, including 355 males and 323 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.28%, with male literacy at 80.19% and female literacy at 54.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 118.
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 | 678 | 355 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 37 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 118 | 60 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 409 | 255 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 100 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Jalakia Suti
Jalakia Suti 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 Jalakia Suti
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Jalakia Suti. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Jalakia Suti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silapathar to Jalakia Suti is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhemaji to Jalakia Suti is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalakia Suti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalakia Suti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jalakia Suti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalakia Suti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jalakia Suti
Where is Jalakia Suti located?
Jalakia Suti village is located in Sissibargaon Subdivision, Dhemaji district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalakia Suti?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalakia Suti is Silasuti.
What is the pincode of Jalakia Suti?
The pincode of Jalakia Suti is 787059.
What is the population of Jalakia Suti?
Jalakia Suti had a total population of 678, including 355 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Jalakia Suti?
Jalakia Suti had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jalakia Suti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalakia Suti was 68.28%. Male literacy was 80.19% and female literacy was 54.80%.