Jaybhum - Lakhipur, Goalpara
Jaybhum is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. It is located approximately 58 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Goalpara. Chunari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jaybhum village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaybhum is 281943. The village covers a total geographical area of 383.5 hectares and falls under the 783129 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Jaybhum village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jaybhum
According to the 2011 Census, Jaybhum village had a total population of 4,775 people, including 2,546 males and 2,229 females, living in 894 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.54%, with male literacy at 72.33% and female literacy at 59.92%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 4,775 | 2,546 | 2,229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 932 | 497 | 435 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,557 | 1,482 | 1,075 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,218 | 1,064 | 1,154 |
Nearby Villages of Jaybhum
Jaybhum 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 Jaybhum
Jaybhum is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Lakhipur to Jaybhum is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Goalpara to Jaybhum is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaybhum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaybhum village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jaybhum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaybhum village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jaybhum
Where is Jaybhum located?
Jaybhum village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaybhum?
The Gram Panchayat of Jaybhum is Chunari.
What is the pincode of Jaybhum?
The pincode of Jaybhum is 783129.
What is the population of Jaybhum?
Jaybhum had a total population of 4,775, including 2,546 males and 2,229 females.
How many households are there in Jaybhum?
Jaybhum had 894 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jaybhum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaybhum was 66.54%. Male literacy was 72.33% and female literacy was 59.92%.