Medhipara Pt-I - Lakhipur, Goalpara
Medhipara Pt-I is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Goalpara. Dhamar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Medhipara Pt-I village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Medhipara Pt-I is 281993. The village covers a total geographical area of 719.64 hectares and falls under the 783120 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Medhipara Pt-I 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 Medhipara Pt-I
As per Census 2011, Medhipara Pt-I village has a total population of 1,114 people, consisting of 576 males and 538 females. The village has 239 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 725 literate and 389 illiterate residents. Additionally, 76 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 532 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Medhipara Pt-I are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,114 | 576 | 538 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 69 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 44 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 532 | 274 | 258 |
| Literate Population | 725 | 432 | 293 |
| Illiterate Population | 389 | 144 | 245 |
Nearby Villages of Medhipara Pt-I
Medhipara Pt-I 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 Medhipara Pt-I
Medhipara Pt-I is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Lakhipur to Medhipara Pt-I is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Goalpara to Medhipara Pt-I is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Medhipara Pt-I
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Medhipara Pt-I village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Medhipara Pt-I
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Medhipara Pt-I village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Medhipara Pt-I
Where is Medhipara Pt-I located?
Medhipara Pt-I village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Medhipara Pt-I?
The Gram Panchayat of Medhipara Pt-I is Dhamar.
What is the pincode of Medhipara Pt-I?
The pincode of Medhipara Pt-I is 783120.
What is the population of Medhipara Pt-I?
Medhipara Pt-I has a total population of 1,114, including 576 males and 538 females.
How many households are there in Medhipara Pt-I?
There are 239 households in Medhipara Pt-I.
What is the literacy rate in Medhipara Pt-I?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Medhipara Pt-I is 65.08%. Male literacy is 75.00% and female literacy is 54.46%.