Sri Puria - Sibsagar, Sivasagar
Sri Puria is a village situated in the Sibsagar subdivision of Sivasagar district, Assam. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sibsagar and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Sivasagar. Santipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sri Puria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sri Puria is 292644. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.34 hectares and falls under the 785664 pincode. Sibsagar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sri Puria 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 Sri Puria
According to the 2011 Census, Sri Puria village had a total population of 643 people, including 325 males and 318 females, living in 142 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.96%, with male literacy at 95.22% and female literacy at 90.66%.
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 | 643 | 325 | 318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 541 | 279 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 46 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Sri Puria
Sri Puria 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 Sri Puria
Sri Puria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sri Puria.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sibsagar to Sri Puria is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Sri Puria is about 15 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 Sri Puria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sri Puria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sri Puria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sri Puria 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sri Puria
Where is Sri Puria located?
Sri Puria village is located in Sibsagar Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sri Puria?
The Gram Panchayat of Sri Puria is Santipur.
What is the pincode of Sri Puria?
The pincode of Sri Puria is 785664.
What is the population of Sri Puria?
Sri Puria had a total population of 643, including 325 males and 318 females.
How many households are there in Sri Puria?
Sri Puria had 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sri Puria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sri Puria was 92.96%. Male literacy was 95.22% and female literacy was 90.66%.