Joggapara Derek - Balijana, Goalpara
Joggapara Derek is a village situated in the Balijana subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balijana and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Goalpara. Agia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Joggapara Derek village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joggapara Derek is 282195. The village covers a total geographical area of 112.16 hectares and falls under the 783120 pincode. Goalpara is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Joggapara Derek village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Goalpara East Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Joggapara Derek
According to the 2011 Census, Joggapara Derek village had a total population of 1,112 people, including 541 males and 571 females, living in 208 households. The sex ratio was 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.11%, with male literacy at 93.39% and female literacy at 90.91%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,093.
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 | 1,112 | 541 | 571 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 87 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,093 | 532 | 561 |
| Literate Population | 864 | 424 | 440 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 117 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Joggapara Derek
Joggapara Derek 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 Joggapara Derek
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Joggapara Derek.
| 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 Goalpara to Joggapara Derek is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Joggapara Derek
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joggapara Derek 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Joggapara Derek
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joggapara Derek village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Joggapara Derek
Where is Joggapara Derek located?
Joggapara Derek village is located in Balijana Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Joggapara Derek?
The Gram Panchayat of Joggapara Derek is Agia.
What is the pincode of Joggapara Derek?
The pincode of Joggapara Derek is 783120.
What is the population of Joggapara Derek?
Joggapara Derek had a total population of 1,112, including 541 males and 571 females.
How many households are there in Joggapara Derek?
Joggapara Derek had 208 households.
What is the literacy rate in Joggapara Derek?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joggapara Derek was 92.11%. Male literacy was 93.39% and female literacy was 90.91%.