Turipum Gaon - Dhekiajuli (Pt), Sonitpur
Turipum Gaon is a village situated in the Dhekiajuli (Pt) subdivision of Sonitpur district, Assam. It is located approximately 120 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhekiajuli and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Tezpur. Niz-borchola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turipum Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turipum Gaon is 285844. The village covers a total geographical area of 201.01 hectares and falls under the 784111 pincode. Dhekiajuli is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Turipum 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 Turipum Gaon
As per Census 2011, Turipum Gaon village has a total population of 1,319 people, consisting of 705 males and 614 females. The village has 236 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 252 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 707 literate and 612 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Turipum Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,319 | 705 | 614 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 139 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 707 | 400 | 307 |
| Illiterate Population | 612 | 305 | 307 |
Nearby Villages of Turipum Gaon
Turipum 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 Turipum Gaon
Turipum Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Dhekiajuli to Turipum Gaon is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tezpur to Turipum Gaon is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turipum Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turipum Gaon 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Turipum 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 Turipum Gaon 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 Turipum Gaon
Where is Turipum Gaon located?
Turipum Gaon village is located in Dhekiajuli (Pt) Subdivision, Sonitpur district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turipum Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Turipum Gaon is Niz-borchola.
What is the pincode of Turipum Gaon?
The pincode of Turipum Gaon is 784111.
What is the population of Turipum Gaon?
Turipum Gaon has a total population of 1,319, including 705 males and 614 females.
How many households are there in Turipum Gaon?
There are 236 households in Turipum Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Turipum Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turipum Gaon is 53.60%. Male literacy is 56.74% and female literacy is 50.00%.