Gharphalia - Amguri, Sivasagar
Gharphalia is a village situated in the Amguri subdivision of Sivasagar district, Assam. Namtidola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gharphalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gharphalia is 292810. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.45 hectares and falls under the 785684 pincode. Amguri is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Gharphalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nazira Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gharphalia
According to the 2011 Census, Gharphalia village had a total population of 390 people, including 200 males and 190 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.17%, with male literacy at 93.96% and female literacy at 84.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 112.
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 | 390 | 200 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 55 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 171 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 29 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Gharphalia
Gharphalia 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 Gharphalia
Gharphalia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Gharphalia.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amguri to Gharphalia is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Gharphalia is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gharphalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gharphalia 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 Gharphalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gharphalia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gharphalia
Where is Gharphalia located?
Gharphalia village is located in Amguri Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gharphalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Gharphalia is Namtidola.
What is the pincode of Gharphalia?
The pincode of Gharphalia is 785684.
What is the population of Gharphalia?
Gharphalia had a total population of 390, including 200 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Gharphalia?
Gharphalia had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gharphalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gharphalia was 89.17%. Male literacy was 93.96% and female literacy was 84.02%.