Garpot - Koya, Kamrup
Garpot is a village situated in the Koya subdivision of Kamrup district, Assam. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koya and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Amingaon. Baranghati Gorpot serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Garpot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garpot is 302443. The village covers a total geographical area of 218 hectares and falls under the 781350 pincode. Rangia is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Garpot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rangia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mangaldoi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garpot
According to the 2011 Census, Garpot village had a total population of 885 people, including 459 males and 426 females, living in 193 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.45%, with male literacy at 97.80% and female literacy at 86.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 66, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 885 | 459 | 426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 49 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 32 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 735 | 401 | 334 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 58 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Garpot
Garpot 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 Garpot
Garpot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Rangia to Garpot is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amingaon to Garpot is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garpot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garpot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Garpot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garpot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garpot
Where is Garpot located?
Garpot village is located in Koya Subdivision, Kamrup district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Garpot?
The Gaon Panchayat of Garpot is Baranghati Gorpot.
What is the pincode of Garpot?
The pincode of Garpot is 781350.
What is the population of Garpot?
Garpot had a total population of 885, including 459 males and 426 females.
How many households are there in Garpot?
Garpot had 193 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garpot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garpot was 92.45%. Male literacy was 97.80% and female literacy was 86.75%.