Bookapathar Khanda - Doom Dooma, Tinsukia
Bookapathar Khanda is a village situated in the Doom Dooma subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 15 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 Khanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bookapathar Khanda is 290081. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.2 hectares and falls under the 786154 pincode. Doomdoma is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bookapathar Khanda 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 Khanda
According to the 2011 Census, Bookapathar Khanda village had a total population of 188 people, including 96 males and 92 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.03%, with male literacy at 81.48% and female literacy at 48.78%.
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 | 188 | 96 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 66 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 30 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Bookapathar Khanda
Bookapathar Khanda 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 Khanda
Public transport in the Bookapathar Khanda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bookapathar Khanda.
| 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 Khanda is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Bookapathar Khanda 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 Khanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bookapathar Khanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bookapathar Khanda
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 Khanda 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 Khanda
Where is Bookapathar Khanda located?
Bookapathar Khanda village is located in Doom Dooma Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bookapathar Khanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bookapathar Khanda is Araimuria.
What is the pincode of Bookapathar Khanda?
The pincode of Bookapathar Khanda is 786154.
What is the population of Bookapathar Khanda?
Bookapathar Khanda had a total population of 188, including 96 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Bookapathar Khanda?
Bookapathar Khanda had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bookapathar Khanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bookapathar Khanda was 65.03%. Male literacy was 81.48% and female literacy was 48.78%.