Mechaki Palung - Jonai, Dhemaji
Mechaki Palung is a village situated in the Jonai subdivision of Dhemaji district, Assam. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jonai and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Dhemaji. Galisikari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mechaki Palung village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mechaki Palung is 289419. The village covers a total geographical area of 52 hectares and falls under the 787060 pincode. Pasighat is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Mechaki Palung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lakhimpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mechaki Palung
As per Census 2011, Mechaki Palung village has a total population of 485 people, consisting of 251 males and 234 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 264 literate and 221 illiterate residents. Additionally, 74 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 265 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mechaki Palung are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 485 | 251 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 45 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 44 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 265 | 132 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 264 | 155 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 96 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Mechaki Palung
Mechaki Palung 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 Mechaki Palung
Public transport in the Mechaki Palung is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Mechaki Palung.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pasighat to Mechaki Palung is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhemaji to Mechaki Palung is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mechaki Palung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mechaki Palung village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mechaki Palung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mechaki Palung 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mechaki Palung
Where is Mechaki Palung located?
Mechaki Palung village is located in Jonai Subdivision, Dhemaji district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mechaki Palung?
The Gram Panchayat of Mechaki Palung is Galisikari.
What is the pincode of Mechaki Palung?
The pincode of Mechaki Palung is 787060.
What is the population of Mechaki Palung?
Mechaki Palung has a total population of 485, including 251 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Mechaki Palung?
There are 90 households in Mechaki Palung.
What is the literacy rate in Mechaki Palung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mechaki Palung is 54.43%. Male literacy is 61.75% and female literacy is 46.58%.