New Mesikiyar (New Machangjai) - Katigora, Cachar
New Mesikiyar (New Machangjai) is a village situated in the Katigora subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 330 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katigora and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Chandranathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for New Mesikiyar (New Machangjai) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of New Mesikiyar (New Machangjai) is 299122. The village covers a total geographical area of 1 hectares and falls under the 788115 pincode. Badarpur is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
New Mesikiyar (New Machangjai) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katigorah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of New Mesikiyar (New Machangjai)
According to the 2011 Census, New Mesikiyar (New Machangjai) village had a total population of 165 people, including 86 males and 79 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.85%, with male literacy at 89.06% and female literacy at 78.79%.
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 | 165 | 86 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 22 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 57 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 29 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of New Mesikiyar (New Machangjai)
New Mesikiyar (New Machangjai) 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 New Mesikiyar (New Machangjai)
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the New Mesikiyar (New Machangjai).
| 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 Badarpur to New Mesikiyar (New Machangjai) is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to New Mesikiyar (New Machangjai) is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in New Mesikiyar (New Machangjai)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for New Mesikiyar (New Machangjai) 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 New Mesikiyar (New Machangjai)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving New Mesikiyar (New Machangjai) 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about New Mesikiyar (New Machangjai)
Where is New Mesikiyar (New Machangjai) located?
New Mesikiyar (New Machangjai) village is located in Katigora Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of New Mesikiyar (New Machangjai)?
The Gram Panchayat of New Mesikiyar (New Machangjai) is Chandranathpur.
What is the pincode of New Mesikiyar (New Machangjai)?
The pincode of New Mesikiyar (New Machangjai) is 788115.
What is the population of New Mesikiyar (New Machangjai)?
New Mesikiyar (New Machangjai) had a total population of 165, including 86 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in New Mesikiyar (New Machangjai)?
New Mesikiyar (New Machangjai) had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in New Mesikiyar (New Machangjai)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of New Mesikiyar (New Machangjai) was 83.85%. Male literacy was 89.06% and female literacy was 78.79%.