Medela Kachari - Jonai, Dhemaji
Medela Kachari is a village situated in the Jonai subdivision of Dhemaji district, Assam. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jonai and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Dhemaji. Bahir Jonai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Medela Kachari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Medela Kachari is 289563. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.75 hectares and falls under the 787060 pincode. Pasighat is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Medela Kachari 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 Medela Kachari
According to the 2011 Census, Medela Kachari village had a total population of 142 people, including 79 males and 63 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 797 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.45%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 66.04%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 142.
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 | 142 | 79 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 142 | 79 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 56 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 23 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Medela Kachari
Medela Kachari 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 Medela Kachari
Medela Kachari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Medela Kachari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pasighat to Medela Kachari is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhemaji to Medela Kachari is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Medela Kachari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Medela Kachari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Medela Kachari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Medela Kachari 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 Medela Kachari
Where is Medela Kachari located?
Medela Kachari village is located in Jonai Subdivision, Dhemaji district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Medela Kachari?
The Gram Panchayat of Medela Kachari is Bahir Jonai.
What is the pincode of Medela Kachari?
The pincode of Medela Kachari is 787060.
What is the population of Medela Kachari?
Medela Kachari had a total population of 142, including 79 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Medela Kachari?
Medela Kachari had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Medela Kachari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Medela Kachari was 78.45%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 66.04%.