Pujupara - Nagarbera, Kamrup
Pujupara is a village situated in the Nagarbera subdivision of Kamrup district, Assam. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagarbera and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Amingaon. Pijupara Jamlai Kalyepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pujupara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pujupara is 303006. The village covers a total geographical area of 738.78 hectares and falls under the 781127 pincode. Palashbari is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Pujupara 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 Pujupara
As per Census 2011, Pujupara village has a total population of 4,071 people, consisting of 2,090 males and 1,981 females. The village has 783 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 498 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,661 literate and 1,410 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,299 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pujupara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,071 | 2,090 | 1,981 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 498 | 243 | 255 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,299 | 1,209 | 1,090 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 8 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,661 | 1,509 | 1,152 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,410 | 581 | 829 |
Nearby Villages of Pujupara
Pujupara 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 Pujupara
Pujupara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palashbari to Pujupara is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amingaon to Pujupara is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pujupara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pujupara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pujupara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pujupara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pujupara
Where is Pujupara located?
Pujupara village is located in Nagarbera Subdivision, Kamrup district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pujupara?
The Gram Panchayat of Pujupara is Pijupara Jamlai Kalyepur.
What is the pincode of Pujupara?
The pincode of Pujupara is 781127.
What is the population of Pujupara?
Pujupara has a total population of 4,071, including 2,090 males and 1,981 females.
How many households are there in Pujupara?
There are 783 households in Pujupara.
What is the literacy rate in Pujupara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pujupara is 65.36%. Male literacy is 72.20% and female literacy is 58.15%.