Dhirai Bagan - Dhekiajuli (Pt), Sonitpur
Dhirai Bagan is a village situated in the Dhekiajuli (Pt) subdivision of Sonitpur district, Assam. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhekiajuli and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Tezpur. Dibrudarrang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhirai Bagan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhirai Bagan is 285623. The village covers a total geographical area of 226.04 hectares and falls under the 784149 pincode. Dhekiajuli is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Dhirai Bagan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tezpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sonitpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhirai Bagan
According to the 2011 Census, Dhirai Bagan village had a total population of 914 people, including 450 males and 464 females, living in 171 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.12%, with male literacy at 62.96% and female literacy at 43.98%.
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 | 914 | 450 | 464 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 72 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 417 | 238 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 497 | 212 | 285 |
Nearby Villages of Dhirai Bagan
Dhirai Bagan 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 Dhirai Bagan
Public transport in the Dhirai Bagan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhekiajuli to Dhirai Bagan is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tezpur to Dhirai Bagan is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhirai Bagan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhirai Bagan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhirai Bagan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhirai Bagan 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 Dhirai Bagan
Where is Dhirai Bagan located?
Dhirai Bagan village is located in Dhekiajuli (Pt) Subdivision, Sonitpur district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhirai Bagan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhirai Bagan is Dibrudarrang.
What is the pincode of Dhirai Bagan?
The pincode of Dhirai Bagan is 784149.
What is the population of Dhirai Bagan?
Dhirai Bagan had a total population of 914, including 450 males and 464 females.
How many households are there in Dhirai Bagan?
Dhirai Bagan had 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhirai Bagan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhirai Bagan was 53.12%. Male literacy was 62.96% and female literacy was 43.98%.