Puran Laupara - Bilasipara Pt, Dhubri
Puran Laupara is a village situated in the Bilasipara Pt subdivision of Dhubri district, Assam. It is located approximately 4 km from Bilasipara and around 48 km from Dhubri. Raniganj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puran Laupara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puran Laupara is 281315. The village covers a total geographical area of 134.31 hectares and falls under the 783345 pincode. Bilasipara is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Puran Laupara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilasipara East Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puran Laupara
According to the 2011 Census, Puran Laupara village had a total population of 446 people, including 233 males and 213 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.53%, with male literacy at 86.39% and female literacy at 74.60%.
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 | 446 | 233 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 42 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 165 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 68 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Puran Laupara
Puran Laupara 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 Puran Laupara
Puran Laupara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bilasipara to Puran Laupara is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhubri to Puran Laupara is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puran Laupara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puran Laupara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Puran Laupara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puran Laupara 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 Puran Laupara
Where is Puran Laupara located?
Puran Laupara village is located in Bilasipara Pt Subdivision, Dhubri district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puran Laupara?
The Gram Panchayat of Puran Laupara is Raniganj.
What is the pincode of Puran Laupara?
The pincode of Puran Laupara is 783345.
What is the population of Puran Laupara?
Puran Laupara had a total population of 446, including 233 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Puran Laupara?
Puran Laupara had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puran Laupara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puran Laupara was 80.53%. Male literacy was 86.39% and female literacy was 74.60%.