Phakritari - Balijana, Goalpara
Phakritari is a village situated in the Balijana subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balijana and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Goalpara. Bashbari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phakritari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phakritari is 282109. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.68 hectares and falls under the 783129 pincode. Goalpara is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Phakritari 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 West Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gauhati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phakritari
According to the 2011 Census, Phakritari village had a total population of 1,343 people, including 714 males and 629 females, living in 271 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.85%, with male literacy at 77.27% and female literacy at 67.78%.
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 | 1,343 | 714 | 629 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 98 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 840 | 476 | 364 |
| Illiterate Population | 503 | 238 | 265 |
Nearby Villages of Phakritari
Phakritari 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 Phakritari
Phakritari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Goalpara to Phakritari is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Goalpara to Phakritari is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phakritari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phakritari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Phakritari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phakritari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Phakritari
Where is Phakritari located?
Phakritari village is located in Balijana Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phakritari?
The Gram Panchayat of Phakritari is Bashbari.
What is the pincode of Phakritari?
The pincode of Phakritari is 783129.
What is the population of Phakritari?
Phakritari had a total population of 1,343, including 714 males and 629 females.
How many households are there in Phakritari?
Phakritari had 271 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phakritari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phakritari was 72.85%. Male literacy was 77.27% and female literacy was 67.78%.