Photo Pathar - Lanka, Hojai
Photo Pathar is a village situated in the Lanka subdivision of Hojai district, Assam. It is located approximately 105 km from Nagaon. Pub Lumding serves as the Gram Panchayat for Photo Pathar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Photo Pathar is 285450. The village covers a total geographical area of 301.84 hectares and falls under the 782442 pincode. Lumding is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Photo Pathar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lumding Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaziranga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Photo Pathar
As per Census 2011, Photo Pathar village has a total population of 1,157 people, consisting of 594 males and 563 females. The village has 207 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 230 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 752 literate and 405 illiterate residents. Additionally, 400 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Photo Pathar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,157 | 594 | 563 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 109 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 400 | 210 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 752 | 422 | 330 |
| Illiterate Population | 405 | 172 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Photo Pathar
Photo Pathar 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 Photo Pathar
Photo Pathar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Photo Pathar.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lumding to Photo Pathar is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaon to Photo Pathar is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Photo Pathar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Photo Pathar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Photo Pathar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Photo Pathar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Photo Pathar
Where is Photo Pathar located?
Photo Pathar village is located in Lanka Subdivision, Hojai district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Photo Pathar?
The Gram Panchayat of Photo Pathar is Pub Lumding.
What is the pincode of Photo Pathar?
The pincode of Photo Pathar is 782442.
What is the population of Photo Pathar?
Photo Pathar has a total population of 1,157, including 594 males and 563 females.
How many households are there in Photo Pathar?
There are 207 households in Photo Pathar.
What is the literacy rate in Photo Pathar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Photo Pathar is 65.00%. Male literacy is 71.04% and female literacy is 58.61%.