Falpur - South Salmara Pt, Dhubri
Falpur is a village situated in the South Salmara Pt subdivision of Dhubri district, Assam. It is located approximately 24 km from Dhubri. Beldubi Nichinpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Falpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Falpur is 281553. The village covers a total geographical area of 120.58 hectares and falls under the 783301 pincode. Dhubri is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Falpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Birsing Jarua Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Falpur
According to the 2011 Census, Falpur village had a total population of 1,562 people, including 806 males and 756 females, living in 305 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.21%, with male literacy at 58.08% and female literacy at 41.61%.
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 | 1,562 | 806 | 756 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 365 | 181 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 601 | 363 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 961 | 443 | 518 |
Nearby Villages of Falpur
Falpur 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 Falpur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Falpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhubri to Falpur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhubri to Falpur is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Falpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Falpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Falpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Falpur 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 Falpur
Where is Falpur located?
Falpur village is located in South Salmara Pt Subdivision, Dhubri district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Falpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Falpur is Beldubi Nichinpur.
What is the pincode of Falpur?
The pincode of Falpur is 783301.
What is the population of Falpur?
Falpur had a total population of 1,562, including 806 males and 756 females.
How many households are there in Falpur?
Falpur had 305 households.
What is the literacy rate in Falpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Falpur was 50.21%. Male literacy was 58.08% and female literacy was 41.61%.