Maricha Gaon - Chabua, Dibrugarh
Maricha Gaon is a village situated in the Chabua subdivision of Dibrugarh district, Assam. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chabua and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Dibrugarh. Hatiali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maricha Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maricha Gaon is 291410. The village covers a total geographical area of 148.11 hectares and falls under the 786103 pincode. Chabua is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Maricha Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lahowal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dibrugarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maricha Gaon
As per Census 2011, Maricha Gaon village has a total population of 2,232 people, consisting of 1,136 males and 1,096 females. The village has 467 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 261 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,711 literate and 521 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,746 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maricha Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,232 | 1,136 | 1,096 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 140 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,746 | 889 | 857 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 1,711 | 926 | 785 |
| Illiterate Population | 521 | 210 | 311 |
Nearby Villages of Maricha Gaon
Maricha Gaon 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 Maricha Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Maricha Gaon. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Maricha Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chabua to Maricha Gaon is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dibrugarh to Maricha Gaon is about 32 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 Maricha Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maricha Gaon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Maricha Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maricha Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Maricha Gaon
Where is Maricha Gaon located?
Maricha Gaon village is located in Chabua Subdivision, Dibrugarh district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maricha Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Maricha Gaon is Hatiali.
What is the pincode of Maricha Gaon?
The pincode of Maricha Gaon is 786103.
What is the population of Maricha Gaon?
Maricha Gaon has a total population of 2,232, including 1,136 males and 1,096 females.
How many households are there in Maricha Gaon?
There are 467 households in Maricha Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Maricha Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maricha Gaon is 76.66%. Male literacy is 81.51% and female literacy is 71.62%.