Ruapahijan Block - Sibsagar, Sivasagar
Ruapahijan Block is a village situated in the Sibsagar subdivision of Sivasagar district, Assam. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sibsagar and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Sivasagar. Dikhowmukh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ruapahijan Block village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ruapahijan Block is 292584. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.3 hectares and falls under the 785667 pincode. Sibsagar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ruapahijan Block village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sivasagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ruapahijan Block
According to the 2011 Census, Ruapahijan Block village had a total population of 460 people, including 235 males and 225 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.97%, with male literacy at 91.15% and female literacy at 78.87%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 143.
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 | 460 | 235 | 225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 43 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 143 | 71 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 328 | 175 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 60 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Ruapahijan Block
Ruapahijan Block 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 Ruapahijan Block
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ruapahijan Block.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sibsagar to Ruapahijan Block is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Ruapahijan Block is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ruapahijan Block
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ruapahijan Block 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ruapahijan Block
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ruapahijan Block village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ruapahijan Block
Where is Ruapahijan Block located?
Ruapahijan Block village is located in Sibsagar Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ruapahijan Block?
The Gram Panchayat of Ruapahijan Block is Dikhowmukh.
What is the pincode of Ruapahijan Block?
The pincode of Ruapahijan Block is 785667.
What is the population of Ruapahijan Block?
Ruapahijan Block had a total population of 460, including 235 males and 225 females.
How many households are there in Ruapahijan Block?
Ruapahijan Block had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ruapahijan Block?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ruapahijan Block was 84.97%. Male literacy was 91.15% and female literacy was 78.87%.