Garopara - Bilasipara Pt, Dhubri
Garopara is a village situated in the Bilasipara Pt subdivision of Dhubri district, Assam. It is located approximately 25 km from Gossaigaon Of Kokrajhar District and around 44 km from Dhubri. Oxiguri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garopara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garopara is 280677. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.66 hectares and falls under the 783348 pincode. Gossaigaon is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Garopara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Golokganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garopara
As per Census 2011, Garopara village has a total population of 829 people, consisting of 440 males and 389 females. The village has 209 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 118 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 477 literate and 352 illiterate residents. Additionally, 382 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garopara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 829 | 440 | 389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 59 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 382 | 197 | 185 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 4 | - |
| Literate Population | 477 | 289 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 352 | 151 | 201 |
Nearby Villages of Garopara
Garopara 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 Garopara
Garopara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Garopara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gossaigaon to Garopara is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhubri to Garopara is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garopara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garopara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garopara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garopara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garopara
Where is Garopara located?
Garopara village is located in Bilasipara Pt Subdivision, Dhubri district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garopara?
The Gram Panchayat of Garopara is Oxiguri.
What is the pincode of Garopara?
The pincode of Garopara is 783348.
What is the population of Garopara?
Garopara has a total population of 829, including 440 males and 389 females.
How many households are there in Garopara?
There are 209 households in Garopara.
What is the literacy rate in Garopara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garopara is 57.54%. Male literacy is 65.68% and female literacy is 48.33%.