Drounpara - Boko, Kamrup
Drounpara is a village situated in the Boko subdivision of Kamrup district, Assam. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boko and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Amingaon. Dakhin Pub Boko serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Drounpara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Drounpara is 303148. The village covers a total geographical area of 267.57 hectares and falls under the 781123 pincode. Palashbari is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Drounpara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President 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 Drounpara
According to the 2011 Census, Drounpara village had a total population of 196 people, including 106 males and 90 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 849 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.73%, with male literacy at 97.70% and female literacy at 95.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 185.
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 | 196 | 106 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 185 | 99 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 148 | 85 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 21 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Drounpara
Drounpara 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 Drounpara
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Drounpara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palashbari to Drounpara is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amingaon to Drounpara is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Drounpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Drounpara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Drounpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Drounpara 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Drounpara
Where is Drounpara located?
Drounpara village is located in Boko Subdivision, Kamrup district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Drounpara?
The Gaon Panchayat of Drounpara is Dakhin Pub Boko.
What is the pincode of Drounpara?
The pincode of Drounpara is 781123.
What is the population of Drounpara?
Drounpara had a total population of 196, including 106 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Drounpara?
Drounpara had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Drounpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Drounpara was 96.73%. Male literacy was 97.70% and female literacy was 95.45%.