Akhoi Phutia - Sibsagar, Sivasagar
Akhoi Phutia is a village situated in the Sibsagar subdivision of Sivasagar district, Assam. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sibsagar and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Sivasagar. Desangpar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akhoi Phutia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akhoi Phutia is 292697. The village covers a total geographical area of 270.41 hectares and falls under the 785697 pincode. Sibsagar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Akhoi Phutia 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 Akhoi Phutia
According to the 2011 Census, Akhoi Phutia village had a total population of 1,291 people, including 667 males and 624 females, living in 274 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.23%, with male literacy at 98.02% and female literacy at 92.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 337, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 1,291 | 667 | 624 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 62 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 337 | 168 | 169 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,119 | 593 | 526 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 74 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Akhoi Phutia
Akhoi Phutia 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 Akhoi Phutia
Public transport in the Akhoi Phutia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Akhoi Phutia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sibsagar to Akhoi Phutia is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Akhoi Phutia is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akhoi Phutia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akhoi Phutia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Akhoi Phutia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akhoi Phutia 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Akhoi Phutia
Where is Akhoi Phutia located?
Akhoi Phutia village is located in Sibsagar Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akhoi Phutia?
The Gram Panchayat of Akhoi Phutia is Desangpar.
What is the pincode of Akhoi Phutia?
The pincode of Akhoi Phutia is 785697.
What is the population of Akhoi Phutia?
Akhoi Phutia had a total population of 1,291, including 667 males and 624 females.
How many households are there in Akhoi Phutia?
Akhoi Phutia had 274 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akhoi Phutia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akhoi Phutia was 95.23%. Male literacy was 98.02% and female literacy was 92.28%.