Monkocha [Silbari] - Bijni (Pt), Chirang
Monkocha [Silbari] is a village situated in the Bijni (Pt) subdivision of Chirang district, Assam. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijni and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Kajalgaon.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Monkocha [Silbari] is 302141. The village covers a total geographical area of 235.82 hectares and falls under the 783390 pincode. Bijni is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Monkocha [Silbari] village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Sidli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kokrajhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Monkocha [Silbari]
According to the 2011 Census, Monkocha [Silbari] village had a total population of 199 people, including 96 males and 103 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,073 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.93%, with male literacy at 74.42% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 199.
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 | 199 | 96 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 199 | 96 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 64 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 32 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Monkocha [Silbari]
Monkocha [Silbari] 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 Monkocha [Silbari]
Public transport in the Monkocha [Silbari] is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bijni to Monkocha [Silbari] is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kajalgaon to Monkocha [Silbari] is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Monkocha [Silbari]
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Monkocha [Silbari] 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 Monkocha [Silbari]
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Monkocha [Silbari] 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Monkocha [Silbari]
Where is Monkocha [Silbari] located?
Monkocha [Silbari] village is located in Bijni (Pt) Subdivision, Chirang district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of Monkocha [Silbari]?
The pincode of Monkocha [Silbari] is 783390.
What is the population of Monkocha [Silbari]?
Monkocha [Silbari] had a total population of 199, including 96 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Monkocha [Silbari]?
Monkocha [Silbari] had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Monkocha [Silbari]?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Monkocha [Silbari] was 61.93%. Male literacy was 74.42% and female literacy was 50.00%.