Heraipuwa Gaon - Dhakuakhana (Pt-I), Lakhimpur
Heraipuwa Gaon is a village situated in the Dhakuakhana (Pt-I) subdivision of Lakhimpur district, Assam. It is located approximately 12 km from Dhakuakhana and around 80 km from North Lakhimpur. Harhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Heraipuwa Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Heraipuwa Gaon is 288304. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.84 hectares and falls under the 787055 pincode. Dhakuakhana is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Heraipuwa Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhimpur Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Heraipuwa Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Heraipuwa Gaon village had a total population of 325 people, including 173 males and 152 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.07%, with male literacy at 90.38% and female literacy at 72.39%.
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 | 325 | 173 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 238 | 141 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 32 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Heraipuwa Gaon
Heraipuwa Gaon 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 Heraipuwa Gaon
Heraipuwa Gaon 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhakuakhana to Heraipuwa Gaon is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from North Lakhimpur to Heraipuwa Gaon is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Heraipuwa Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Heraipuwa Gaon 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 Heraipuwa Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Heraipuwa Gaon 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 Heraipuwa Gaon
Where is Heraipuwa Gaon located?
Heraipuwa Gaon village is located in Dhakuakhana (Pt-I) Subdivision, Lakhimpur district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Heraipuwa Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Heraipuwa Gaon is Harhi.
What is the pincode of Heraipuwa Gaon?
The pincode of Heraipuwa Gaon is 787055.
What is the population of Heraipuwa Gaon?
Heraipuwa Gaon had a total population of 325, including 173 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Heraipuwa Gaon?
Heraipuwa Gaon had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Heraipuwa Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Heraipuwa Gaon was 82.07%. Male literacy was 90.38% and female literacy was 72.39%.