Gadha Puta - Boko, Kamrup
Gadha Puta is a village situated in the Boko subdivision of Kamrup district, Assam. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boko and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Amingaon. Dakhin Luki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadha Puta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadha Puta is 303099. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.47 hectares and falls under the 781123 pincode. Palashbari is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Gadha Puta 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 Gadha Puta
As per Census 2011, Gadha Puta village has a total population of 526 people, consisting of 275 males and 251 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 326 literate and 200 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 373 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadha Puta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 526 | 275 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 373 | 199 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 192 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 83 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Gadha Puta
Gadha Puta 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 Gadha Puta
Public transport in the Gadha Puta is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gadha Puta.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Gadha Puta is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amingaon to Gadha Puta is about 68 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 Gadha Puta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadha Puta 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gadha Puta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadha Puta 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 Gadha Puta
Where is Gadha Puta located?
Gadha Puta village is located in Boko Subdivision, Kamrup district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadha Puta?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadha Puta is Dakhin Luki.
What is the pincode of Gadha Puta?
The pincode of Gadha Puta is 781123.
What is the population of Gadha Puta?
Gadha Puta has a total population of 526, including 275 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Gadha Puta?
There are 105 households in Gadha Puta.
What is the literacy rate in Gadha Puta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadha Puta is 61.98%. Male literacy is 69.82% and female literacy is 53.39%.