No.2 Murkong Selek - Jonai, Dhemaji
No.2 Murkong Selek is a village situated in the Jonai subdivision of Dhemaji district, Assam. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jonai and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Dhemaji. Jonai serves as the Gram Panchayat for No.2 Murkong Selek village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of No.2 Murkong Selek is 289543. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.17 hectares and falls under the 787060 pincode. Pasighat is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
No.2 Murkong Selek 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 No.2 Murkong Selek
As per Census 2011, No.2 Murkong Selek village has a total population of 3,875 people, consisting of 2,026 males and 1,849 females. The village has 777 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 529 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,690 literate and 1,185 illiterate residents. Additionally, 227 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 822 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for No.2 Murkong Selek are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,875 | 2,026 | 1,849 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 529 | 271 | 258 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 227 | 115 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 822 | 407 | 415 |
| Literate Population | 2,690 | 1,545 | 1,145 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,185 | 481 | 704 |
Nearby Villages of No.2 Murkong Selek
No.2 Murkong Selek 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 No.2 Murkong Selek
No.2 Murkong Selek is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of No.2 Murkong Selek.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 No.2 Murkong Selek is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhemaji to No.2 Murkong Selek is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in No.2 Murkong Selek
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for No.2 Murkong Selek village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in No.2 Murkong Selek
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving No.2 Murkong Selek village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about No.2 Murkong Selek
Where is No.2 Murkong Selek located?
No.2 Murkong Selek village is located in Jonai Subdivision, Dhemaji district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of No.2 Murkong Selek?
The Gram Panchayat of No.2 Murkong Selek is Jonai.
What is the pincode of No.2 Murkong Selek?
The pincode of No.2 Murkong Selek is 787060.
What is the population of No.2 Murkong Selek?
No.2 Murkong Selek has a total population of 3,875, including 2,026 males and 1,849 females.
How many households are there in No.2 Murkong Selek?
There are 777 households in No.2 Murkong Selek.
What is the literacy rate in No.2 Murkong Selek?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of No.2 Murkong Selek is 69.42%. Male literacy is 76.26% and female literacy is 61.93%.