Puthimari - Lakhipur, Goalpara
Puthimari 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 Puthimari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puthimari is 281950. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.2 hectares and falls under the 783129 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Puthimari 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 Puthimari
According to the 2011 Census, Puthimari village had a total population of 1,222 people, including 625 males and 597 females, living in 235 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.39%, with male literacy at 69.95% and female literacy at 60.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 392.
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 | 1,222 | 625 | 597 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 66 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 392 | 202 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 701 | 391 | 310 |
| Illiterate Population | 521 | 234 | 287 |
Nearby Villages of Puthimari
Puthimari 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 Puthimari
Public transport in the Puthimari is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Puthimari is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Goalpara to Puthimari 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 Puthimari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puthimari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Puthimari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puthimari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Puthimari
Where is Puthimari located?
Puthimari village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puthimari?
The Gram Panchayat of Puthimari is Chunari.
What is the pincode of Puthimari?
The pincode of Puthimari is 783129.
What is the population of Puthimari?
Puthimari had a total population of 1,222, including 625 males and 597 females.
How many households are there in Puthimari?
Puthimari had 235 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puthimari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puthimari was 65.39%. Male literacy was 69.95% and female literacy was 60.43%.