Oxiguri - Bilasipara Pt, Dhubri
Oxiguri is a village situated in the Bilasipara Pt subdivision of Dhubri district, Assam. It is located approximately 23 km from Gossaigaon Of Kokrajhar District and around 54 km from Dhubri. Oxiguri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Oxiguri is 280685. The village covers a total geographical area of 170.28 hectares and falls under the 783348 pincode. Gossaigaon is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Oxiguri 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 Oxiguri
According to the 2011 Census, Oxiguri village had a total population of 2,124 people, including 1,093 males and 1,031 females, living in 463 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.31%, with male literacy at 77.41% and female literacy at 64.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 122.
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 | 2,124 | 1,093 | 1,031 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 137 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 69 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,315 | 740 | 575 |
| Illiterate Population | 809 | 353 | 456 |
Nearby Villages of Oxiguri
Oxiguri 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 Oxiguri
Oxiguri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Oxiguri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Oxiguri is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhubri to Oxiguri is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Oxiguri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Oxiguri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Oxiguri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Oxiguri 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 Oxiguri
Where is Oxiguri located?
Oxiguri village is located in Bilasipara Pt Subdivision, Dhubri district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Oxiguri?
Oxiguri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Oxiguri?
The pincode of Oxiguri is 783348.
What is the population of Oxiguri?
Oxiguri had a total population of 2,124, including 1,093 males and 1,031 females.
How many households are there in Oxiguri?
Oxiguri had 463 households.
What is the literacy rate in Oxiguri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Oxiguri was 71.31%. Male literacy was 77.41% and female literacy was 64.75%.