Bookapathar Gaon - Doom Dooma, Tinsukia
Bookapathar Gaon is a village situated in the Doom Dooma subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Doom Dooma and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Araimuria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bookapathar Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bookapathar Gaon is 290080. The village covers a total geographical area of 219.76 hectares and falls under the 786154 pincode. Doomdoma is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Bookapathar 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 Sadiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lakhimpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bookapathar Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bookapathar Gaon village had a total population of 1,405 people, including 704 males and 701 females, living in 270 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.74%, with male literacy at 67.41% and female literacy at 56.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 101.
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 | 1,405 | 704 | 701 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 78 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 46 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 773 | 422 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 632 | 282 | 350 |
Nearby Villages of Bookapathar Gaon
Bookapathar 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 Bookapathar Gaon
Bookapathar Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bookapathar Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Doomdoma to Bookapathar Gaon is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Bookapathar Gaon is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bookapathar Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bookapathar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bookapathar 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 Bookapathar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bookapathar Gaon
Where is Bookapathar Gaon located?
Bookapathar Gaon village is located in Doom Dooma Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bookapathar Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bookapathar Gaon is Araimuria.
What is the pincode of Bookapathar Gaon?
The pincode of Bookapathar Gaon is 786154.
What is the population of Bookapathar Gaon?
Bookapathar Gaon had a total population of 1,405, including 704 males and 701 females.
How many households are there in Bookapathar Gaon?
Bookapathar Gaon had 270 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bookapathar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bookapathar Gaon was 61.74%. Male literacy was 67.41% and female literacy was 56.07%.