Dhansiripur - Sarupathar, Golaghat
Dhansiripur is a village situated in the Sarupathar subdivision of Golaghat district, Assam. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sarupather and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Golaghat. Chungajan serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Dhansiripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhansiripur is 295138. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 785601 pincode. Sarupather is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dhansiripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhansiripur
According to the 2011 Census, Dhansiripur village had a total population of 579 people, including 285 males and 294 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.43%, with male literacy at 78.88% and female literacy at 62.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 579 | 285 | 294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 362 | 198 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 87 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Dhansiripur
Dhansiripur 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 Dhansiripur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dhansiripur. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dhansiripur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sarupather to Dhansiripur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Golaghat to Dhansiripur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhansiripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhansiripur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhansiripur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhansiripur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhansiripur
Where is Dhansiripur located?
Dhansiripur village is located in Sarupathar Subdivision, Golaghat district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Dhansiripur?
The Gaon Panchayat of Dhansiripur is Chungajan.
What is the pincode of Dhansiripur?
The pincode of Dhansiripur is 785601.
What is the population of Dhansiripur?
Dhansiripur had a total population of 579, including 285 males and 294 females.
How many households are there in Dhansiripur?
Dhansiripur had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhansiripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhansiripur was 70.43%. Male literacy was 78.88% and female literacy was 62.36%.