Muktiar - Jonai, Dhemaji
Muktiar is a village situated in the Jonai subdivision of Dhemaji district, Assam. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jonai and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Dhemaji. Laimekuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Muktiar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muktiar is 289383. The village covers a total geographical area of 75 hectares and falls under the 787061 pincode. Pasigaht is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Muktiar 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 Muktiar
As per Census 2011, Muktiar village has a total population of 585 people, consisting of 276 males and 309 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 1,119 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 340 literate and 245 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 582 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Muktiar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 585 | 276 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 58 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 582 | 276 | 306 |
| Literate Population | 340 | 177 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 245 | 99 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Muktiar
Muktiar 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 Muktiar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Muktiar.
| 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 Pasigaht to Muktiar is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhemaji to Muktiar is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Muktiar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muktiar 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 Muktiar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muktiar 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 Muktiar
Where is Muktiar located?
Muktiar village is located in Jonai Subdivision, Dhemaji district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Muktiar?
The Gram Panchayat of Muktiar is Laimekuri.
What is the pincode of Muktiar?
The pincode of Muktiar is 787061.
What is the population of Muktiar?
Muktiar has a total population of 585, including 276 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Muktiar?
There are 98 households in Muktiar.
What is the literacy rate in Muktiar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muktiar is 58.12%. Male literacy is 64.13% and female literacy is 52.75%.