Palash Pather Gaon - Dhekiajuli (Pt), Sonitpur
Palash Pather Gaon is a village situated in the Dhekiajuli (Pt) subdivision of Sonitpur district, Assam. It is located approximately 140 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhekiajuli and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Tezpur. Bhotpara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palash Pather Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palash Pather Gaon is 285759. The village covers a total geographical area of 245 hectares and falls under the 784112 pincode. Dhekiajuli is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Palash Pather Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barchalla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sonitpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palash Pather Gaon
As per Census 2011, Palash Pather Gaon village has a total population of 2,504 people, consisting of 1,287 males and 1,217 females. The village has 514 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 420 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,510 literate and 994 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palash Pather Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,504 | 1,287 | 1,217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 420 | 218 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,510 | 861 | 649 |
| Illiterate Population | 994 | 426 | 568 |
Nearby Villages of Palash Pather Gaon
Palash Pather Gaon 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 Palash Pather Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Palash Pather Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dhekiajuli to Palash Pather Gaon is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tezpur to Palash Pather Gaon 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 Palash Pather Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palash Pather Gaon 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 Palash Pather Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palash Pather Gaon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palash Pather Gaon
Where is Palash Pather Gaon located?
Palash Pather Gaon village is located in Dhekiajuli (Pt) Subdivision, Sonitpur district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palash Pather Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Palash Pather Gaon is Bhotpara.
What is the pincode of Palash Pather Gaon?
The pincode of Palash Pather Gaon is 784112.
What is the population of Palash Pather Gaon?
Palash Pather Gaon has a total population of 2,504, including 1,287 males and 1,217 females.
How many households are there in Palash Pather Gaon?
There are 514 households in Palash Pather Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Palash Pather Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palash Pather Gaon is 60.30%. Male literacy is 66.90% and female literacy is 53.33%.