Purana Sadiya - Sadiya, Tinsukia
Purana Sadiya is a village situated in the Sadiya subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. Kundil serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purana Sadiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purana Sadiya is 289921. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.8 hectares and falls under the 786158 pincode. Chapakhowa is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Purana Sadiya 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 Purana Sadiya
As per Census 2011, Purana Sadiya village has a total population of 661 people, consisting of 324 males and 337 females. The village has 121 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 441 literate and 220 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 224 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purana Sadiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 661 | 324 | 337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 40 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 224 | 110 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 441 | 242 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 82 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Purana Sadiya
Purana Sadiya 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 Purana Sadiya
Purana Sadiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Chapakhowa to Purana Sadiya is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Purana Sadiya is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purana Sadiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purana Sadiya 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Purana Sadiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purana Sadiya 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Purana Sadiya
Where is Purana Sadiya located?
Purana Sadiya village is located in Sadiya Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purana Sadiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Purana Sadiya is Kundil.
What is the pincode of Purana Sadiya?
The pincode of Purana Sadiya is 786158.
What is the population of Purana Sadiya?
Purana Sadiya has a total population of 661, including 324 males and 337 females.
How many households are there in Purana Sadiya?
There are 121 households in Purana Sadiya.
What is the literacy rate in Purana Sadiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purana Sadiya is 66.72%. Male literacy is 74.69% and female literacy is 59.05%.