Boka Pathar - Margherita, Tinsukia
Boka Pathar is a village situated in the Margherita subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Margherita and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Buridihing serves as the Gram Panchayat for Boka Pathar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boka Pathar is 290787. The village covers a total geographical area of 177.14 hectares and falls under the 786181 pincode. Margherita is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Boka 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 Margherita Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dibrugarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Boka Pathar
According to the 2011 Census, Boka Pathar village had a total population of 460 people, including 222 males and 238 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 1,072 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.07%, with male literacy at 93.26% and female literacy at 71.43%.
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 | 460 | 222 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 29 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 325 | 180 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 42 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Boka Pathar
Boka 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 Boka Pathar
Boka Pathar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Margherita to Boka Pathar is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Boka Pathar 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 Boka Pathar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Boka Pathar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Boka 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 Boka Pathar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Boka Pathar
Where is Boka Pathar located?
Boka Pathar village is located in Margherita Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Boka Pathar?
The Gram Panchayat of Boka Pathar is Buridihing.
What is the pincode of Boka Pathar?
The pincode of Boka Pathar is 786181.
What is the population of Boka Pathar?
Boka Pathar had a total population of 460, including 222 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Boka Pathar?
Boka Pathar had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Boka Pathar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boka Pathar was 82.07%. Male literacy was 93.26% and female literacy was 71.43%.