No.2 Silapathar Block - Sissibargaon, Dhemaji
No.2 Silapathar Block is a village situated in the Sissibargaon subdivision of Dhemaji district, Assam. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sissibargaon and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Dhemaji.
As per Census 2011, the village code of No.2 Silapathar Block is 288887. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.01 hectares and falls under the 787059 pincode. Silapathar is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Jonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lakhimpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of No.2 Silapathar Block
As per Census 2011, No.2 Silapathar Block village has a total population of 1,209 people, consisting of 630 males and 579 females. The village has 250 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 176 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 790 literate and 419 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for No.2 Silapathar Block are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,209 | 630 | 579 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 92 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 28 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 790 | 451 | 339 |
| Illiterate Population | 419 | 179 | 240 |
Nearby Villages of No.2 Silapathar Block
No.2 Silapathar Block 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 No.2 Silapathar Block
No.2 Silapathar Block is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of No.2 Silapathar Block.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 No.2 Silapathar Block is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhemaji to No.2 Silapathar Block is about 32 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 No.2 Silapathar Block
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for No.2 Silapathar Block 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in No.2 Silapathar Block
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving No.2 Silapathar Block village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about No.2 Silapathar Block
Where is No.2 Silapathar Block located?
No.2 Silapathar Block village is located in Sissibargaon Subdivision, Dhemaji district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of No.2 Silapathar Block?
The pincode of No.2 Silapathar Block is 787059.
What is the population of No.2 Silapathar Block?
No.2 Silapathar Block has a total population of 1,209, including 630 males and 579 females.
How many households are there in No.2 Silapathar Block?
There are 250 households in No.2 Silapathar Block.
What is the literacy rate in No.2 Silapathar Block?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of No.2 Silapathar Block is 65.34%. Male literacy is 71.59% and female literacy is 58.55%.