Nowpara - Dimow, Sivasagar
Nowpara is a village situated in the Dimow subdivision of Sivasagar district, Assam. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dimow and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Sivasagar. Rajabari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nowpara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nowpara is 292443. The village covers a total geographical area of 144.19 hectares and falls under the 785671 pincode. Sibsagar is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Nowpara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Demow Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nowpara
As per Census 2011, Nowpara village has a total population of 451 people, consisting of 235 males and 216 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 365 literate and 86 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 90 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nowpara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 451 | 235 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 34 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 53 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 365 | 189 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 46 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Nowpara
Nowpara 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 Nowpara
Nowpara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Sibsagar to Nowpara is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Nowpara is about 38 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 Nowpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nowpara 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 Nowpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nowpara 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nowpara
Where is Nowpara located?
Nowpara village is located in Dimow Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nowpara?
The Gram Panchayat of Nowpara is Rajabari.
What is the pincode of Nowpara?
The pincode of Nowpara is 785671.
What is the population of Nowpara?
Nowpara has a total population of 451, including 235 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Nowpara?
There are 97 households in Nowpara.
What is the literacy rate in Nowpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nowpara is 80.93%. Male literacy is 80.43% and female literacy is 81.48%.