Barpaka - Rupahi, Nagaon
Barpaka is a village situated in the Rupahi subdivision of Nagaon district, Assam. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rupahi and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Nagaon. Dakhin Khatowal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barpaka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barpaka is 284546. The village covers a total geographical area of 278.46 hectares and falls under the 782125 pincode. Nagaon is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Barpaka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rupahihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barpaka
As per Census 2011, Barpaka village has a total population of 3,676 people, consisting of 1,870 males and 1,806 females. The village has 711 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 770 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,085 literate and 1,591 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barpaka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,676 | 1,870 | 1,806 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 770 | 381 | 389 |
| Literate Population | 2,085 | 1,113 | 972 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,591 | 757 | 834 |
Nearby Villages of Barpaka
Barpaka 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 Barpaka
Public transport in the Barpaka is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Barpaka has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Nagaon to Barpaka is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barpaka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barpaka 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barpaka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barpaka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Barpaka
Where is Barpaka located?
Barpaka village is located in Rupahi Subdivision, Nagaon district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barpaka?
The Gram Panchayat of Barpaka is Dakhin Khatowal.
What is the pincode of Barpaka?
The pincode of Barpaka is 782125.
What is the population of Barpaka?
Barpaka has a total population of 3,676, including 1,870 males and 1,806 females.
How many households are there in Barpaka?
There are 711 households in Barpaka.
What is the literacy rate in Barpaka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barpaka is 56.72%. Male literacy is 59.52% and female literacy is 53.82%.