Barpara - Boko, Kamrup
Barpara is a village situated in the Boko subdivision of Kamrup district, Assam. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boko and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Amingaon. Dakhin Boko serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barpara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barpara is 303062. The village covers a total geographical area of 101.08 hectares and falls under the 781123 pincode. Palashbari is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Barpara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Boko Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gauhati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barpara
As per Census 2011, Barpara village has a total population of 2,282 people, consisting of 1,176 males and 1,106 females. The village has 494 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 283 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,679 literate and 603 illiterate residents. Additionally, 118 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 455 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barpara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,282 | 1,176 | 1,106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 283 | 141 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 60 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 455 | 228 | 227 |
| Literate Population | 1,679 | 917 | 762 |
| Illiterate Population | 603 | 259 | 344 |
Nearby Villages of Barpara
Barpara 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 Barpara
Public transport in the Barpara is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Barpara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palashbari to Barpara is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amingaon to Barpara 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 Barpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barpara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barpara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barpara
Where is Barpara located?
Barpara village is located in Boko Subdivision, Kamrup district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barpara?
The Gram Panchayat of Barpara is Dakhin Boko.
What is the pincode of Barpara?
The pincode of Barpara is 781123.
What is the population of Barpara?
Barpara has a total population of 2,282, including 1,176 males and 1,106 females.
How many households are there in Barpara?
There are 494 households in Barpara.
What is the literacy rate in Barpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barpara is 73.58%. Male literacy is 77.98% and female literacy is 68.90%.