Phapolajan - Margherita, Tinsukia
Phapolajan is a village situated in the Margherita subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Margherita and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Duwarmora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phapolajan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phapolajan is 290835. The village covers a total geographical area of 218.18 hectares and falls under the 786174 pincode. Digboi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Phapolajan 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 Phapolajan
According to the 2011 Census, Phapolajan village had a total population of 626 people, including 333 males and 293 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.67%, with male literacy at 70.91% and female literacy at 54.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 66, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 626 | 333 | 293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 58 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 319 | 195 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 138 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Phapolajan
Phapolajan 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 Phapolajan
Public transport in the Phapolajan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Phapolajan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digboi to Phapolajan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Phapolajan is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phapolajan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phapolajan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Phapolajan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phapolajan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Phapolajan
Where is Phapolajan located?
Phapolajan village is located in Margherita Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phapolajan?
The Gram Panchayat of Phapolajan is Duwarmora.
What is the pincode of Phapolajan?
The pincode of Phapolajan is 786174.
What is the population of Phapolajan?
Phapolajan had a total population of 626, including 333 males and 293 females.
How many households are there in Phapolajan?
Phapolajan had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phapolajan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phapolajan was 63.67%. Male literacy was 70.91% and female literacy was 54.87%.