Jarpara (Jarapara) - Boko, Kamrup
Jarpara (Jarapara) is a village situated in the Boko subdivision of Kamrup district, Assam. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boko and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Amingaon. Dakhin Paschim Boko serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Jarpara (Jarapara) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jarpara (Jarapara) is 303029. The village covers a total geographical area of 169.51 hectares and falls under the 781123 pincode. Palashbari is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Jarpara (Jarapara) 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 Jarpara (Jarapara)
According to the 2011 Census, Jarpara (Jarapara) village had a total population of 1,347 people, including 688 males and 659 females, living in 311 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.25%, with male literacy at 93.82% and female literacy at 82.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,137.
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 | 1,347 | 688 | 659 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 89 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,137 | 584 | 553 |
| Literate Population | 1,051 | 562 | 489 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 126 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Jarpara (Jarapara)
Jarpara (Jarapara) 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 Jarpara (Jarapara)
Jarpara (Jarapara) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Jarpara (Jarapara) has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palashbari to Jarpara (Jarapara) is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amingaon to Jarpara (Jarapara) is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jarpara (Jarapara)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jarpara (Jarapara) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jarpara (Jarapara)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jarpara (Jarapara) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jarpara (Jarapara)
Where is Jarpara (Jarapara) located?
Jarpara (Jarapara) village is located in Boko Subdivision, Kamrup district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Jarpara (Jarapara)?
The Gaon Panchayat of Jarpara (Jarapara) is Dakhin Paschim Boko.
What is the pincode of Jarpara (Jarapara)?
The pincode of Jarpara (Jarapara) is 781123.
What is the population of Jarpara (Jarapara)?
Jarpara (Jarapara) had a total population of 1,347, including 688 males and 659 females.
How many households are there in Jarpara (Jarapara)?
Jarpara (Jarapara) had 311 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jarpara (Jarapara)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jarpara (Jarapara) was 88.25%. Male literacy was 93.82% and female literacy was 82.60%.