Krishapur - Lakhipur, Goalpara
Krishapur is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. It is located approximately 61 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Goalpara. Joyramkuchi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Krishapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Krishapur is 281979. The village covers a total geographical area of 151.81 hectares and falls under the 783129 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Krishapur 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 Krishapur
According to the 2011 Census, Krishapur village had a total population of 373 people, including 195 males and 178 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.98%, with male literacy at 95.71% and female literacy at 75.95%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 372.
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 | 373 | 195 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 32 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 372 | 194 | 178 |
| Literate Population | 276 | 156 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 39 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Krishapur
Krishapur 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 Krishapur
Public transport in the Krishapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Lakhipur to Krishapur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Goalpara to Krishapur is about 61 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 Krishapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Krishapur 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 Krishapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Krishapur 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 Krishapur
Where is Krishapur located?
Krishapur village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Krishapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Krishapur is Joyramkuchi.
What is the pincode of Krishapur?
The pincode of Krishapur is 783129.
What is the population of Krishapur?
Krishapur had a total population of 373, including 195 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Krishapur?
Krishapur had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Krishapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Krishapur was 85.98%. Male literacy was 95.71% and female literacy was 75.95%.