Kailashpur - Margherita, Tinsukia
Kailashpur is a village situated in the Margherita subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Margherita and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Kailashpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kailashpur is 290757. The village covers a total geographical area of 407.45 hectares and falls under the 786152 pincode. Margherita is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kailashpur 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 Kailashpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kailashpur village had a total population of 1,276 people, including 639 males and 637 females, living in 252 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.86%, with male literacy at 89.74% and female literacy at 73.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 35.
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 | 1,276 | 639 | 637 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 64 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 907 | 516 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 369 | 123 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Kailashpur
Kailashpur 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 Kailashpur
Kailashpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Margherita to Kailashpur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Kailashpur is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kailashpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kailashpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kailashpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kailashpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kailashpur
Where is Kailashpur located?
Kailashpur village is located in Margherita Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kailashpur?
Kailashpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kailashpur?
The pincode of Kailashpur is 786152.
What is the population of Kailashpur?
Kailashpur had a total population of 1,276, including 639 males and 637 females.
How many households are there in Kailashpur?
Kailashpur had 252 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kailashpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kailashpur was 81.86%. Male literacy was 89.74% and female literacy was 73.36%.