Joypur Town Village - Naharkatiya, Dibrugarh
Joypur Town is a village situated in the Naharkatiya subdivision of Dibrugarh district, Assam. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naharkatiya and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Dibrugarh. Joypur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Joypur Town village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joypur Town is 292341. The village covers a total geographical area of 129.3 hectares and falls under the 786614 pincode. Naharkatia is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Joypur Town village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Joypur Town
As per Census 2011, Joypur Town village has a total population of 2,491 people, consisting of 1,274 males and 1,217 females. The village has 520 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 264 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,989 literate and 502 illiterate residents. Additionally, 205 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 60 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Joypur Town are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,491 | 1,274 | 1,217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 125 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 107 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 30 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 1,989 | 1,082 | 907 |
| Illiterate Population | 502 | 192 | 310 |
Nearby Villages of Joypur Town
Joypur Town 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 Joypur Town
Joypur Town is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Joypur Town.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Naharkatia to Joypur Town is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dibrugarh to Joypur Town is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Joypur Town
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joypur Town village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Joypur Town
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joypur Town village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Joypur Town
Where is Joypur Town located?
Joypur Town village is located in Naharkatiya Subdivision, Dibrugarh district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Joypur Town?
The Gram Panchayat of Joypur Town is Joypur.
What is the pincode of Joypur Town?
The pincode of Joypur Town is 786614.
What is the population of Joypur Town?
Joypur Town has a total population of 2,491, including 1,274 males and 1,217 females.
How many households are there in Joypur Town?
There are 520 households in Joypur Town.
What is the literacy rate in Joypur Town?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joypur Town is 79.85%. Male literacy is 84.93% and female literacy is 74.53%.