Garpara Pathar - Dhekiajuli (Pt), Sonitpur
Garpara Pathar is a village situated in the Dhekiajuli (Pt) subdivision of Sonitpur district, Assam. It is located approximately 125 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhekiajuli and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Tezpur. Chenimari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garpara Pathar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garpara Pathar is 285625. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.32 hectares and falls under the 784110 pincode. Dhekiajuli is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Garpara Pathar 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 Garpara Pathar
As per Census 2011, Garpara Pathar village has a total population of 1,141 people, consisting of 560 males and 581 females. The village has 237 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 165 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 589 literate and 552 illiterate residents. Additionally, 199 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garpara Pathar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,141 | 560 | 581 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 80 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 199 | 107 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 589 | 333 | 256 |
| Illiterate Population | 552 | 227 | 325 |
Nearby Villages of Garpara Pathar
Garpara Pathar 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 Garpara Pathar
Public transport in the Garpara Pathar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Garpara Pathar.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhekiajuli to Garpara Pathar is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tezpur to Garpara Pathar is about 40 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 Garpara Pathar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garpara Pathar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garpara Pathar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garpara Pathar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garpara Pathar
Where is Garpara Pathar located?
Garpara Pathar village is located in Dhekiajuli (Pt) Subdivision, Sonitpur district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garpara Pathar?
The Gram Panchayat of Garpara Pathar is Chenimari.
What is the pincode of Garpara Pathar?
The pincode of Garpara Pathar is 784110.
What is the population of Garpara Pathar?
Garpara Pathar has a total population of 1,141, including 560 males and 581 females.
How many households are there in Garpara Pathar?
There are 237 households in Garpara Pathar.
What is the literacy rate in Garpara Pathar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garpara Pathar is 51.62%. Male literacy is 59.46% and female literacy is 44.06%.