Ushapur - Dimow, Sivasagar
Ushapur is a village situated in the Dimow subdivision of Sivasagar district, Assam. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dimow and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Sivasagar. Panidehing serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ushapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ushapur is 292449. The village covers a total geographical area of 209.09 hectares and falls under the 785671 pincode. Sibsagar is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Ushapur 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 Ushapur
As per Census 2011, Ushapur village has a total population of 789 people, consisting of 400 males and 389 females. The village has 160 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 604 literate and 185 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ushapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 789 | 400 | 389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 60 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 604 | 311 | 293 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 89 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Ushapur
Ushapur 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 Ushapur
Ushapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Sibsagar to Ushapur is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Ushapur is about 29 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 Ushapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ushapur 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 Ushapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ushapur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ushapur
Where is Ushapur located?
Ushapur village is located in Dimow Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ushapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ushapur is Panidehing.
What is the pincode of Ushapur?
The pincode of Ushapur is 785671.
What is the population of Ushapur?
Ushapur has a total population of 789, including 400 males and 389 females.
How many households are there in Ushapur?
There are 160 households in Ushapur.
What is the literacy rate in Ushapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ushapur is 76.55%. Male literacy is 77.75% and female literacy is 75.32%.