Joipur - Sarupathar, Golaghat
Joipur is a village situated in the Sarupathar subdivision of Golaghat district, Assam. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sarupathar and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Golaghat. Madhyampur serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Joipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joipur is 295181. The village covers a total geographical area of 185 hectares and falls under the 785601 pincode. Sarupathar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Joipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head.
Population of Joipur
According to the 2011 Census, Joipur village had a total population of 464 people, including 217 males and 247 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 1,138 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.39%, with male literacy at 90.72% and female literacy at 71.03%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 458.
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 | 464 | 217 | 247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 23 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 458 | 216 | 242 |
| Literate Population | 328 | 176 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 41 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Joipur
Joipur 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 Joipur
Joipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sarupathar to Joipur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Golaghat to Joipur is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Joipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joipur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Joipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joipur 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 Joipur
Where is Joipur located?
Joipur village is located in Sarupathar Subdivision, Golaghat district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Joipur?
The Gaon Panchayat of Joipur is Madhyampur.
What is the pincode of Joipur?
The pincode of Joipur is 785601.
What is the population of Joipur?
Joipur had a total population of 464, including 217 males and 247 females.
How many households are there in Joipur?
Joipur had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Joipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joipur was 80.39%. Male literacy was 90.72% and female literacy was 71.03%.