Puhirtari - South Salmara Pt, Dhubri
Puhirtari is a village situated in the South Salmara Pt subdivision of Dhubri district, Assam. It is located approximately 25 km from Dhubri. Chalakura Gossaidubi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puhirtari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puhirtari is 281449. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.15 hectares and falls under the 783127 pincode. Dhubri is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Puhirtari 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 Puhirtari
According to the 2011 Census, Puhirtari village had a total population of 56 people, including 23 males and 33 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,435 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.24%, with male literacy at 58.82% and female literacy at 36.00%.
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 | 56 | 23 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 13 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Puhirtari
Puhirtari 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 Puhirtari
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Puhirtari.
| 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 Puhirtari is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhubri to Puhirtari is about 25 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 Puhirtari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puhirtari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Puhirtari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puhirtari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Puhirtari
Where is Puhirtari located?
Puhirtari village is located in South Salmara Pt Subdivision, Dhubri district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puhirtari?
The Gram Panchayat of Puhirtari is Chalakura Gossaidubi.
What is the pincode of Puhirtari?
The pincode of Puhirtari is 783127.
What is the population of Puhirtari?
Puhirtari had a total population of 56, including 23 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Puhirtari?
Puhirtari had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puhirtari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puhirtari was 45.24%. Male literacy was 58.82% and female literacy was 36.00%.