Megh Dam - Balijana, Goalpara
Megh Dam is a village situated in the Balijana subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balijana and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Goalpara. Badahapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Megh Dam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Megh Dam is 282204. The village covers a total geographical area of 140.26 hectares and falls under the 783120 pincode. Goalpara is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Megh Dam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Goalpara East Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Megh Dam
As per Census 2011, Megh Dam village has a total population of 369 people, consisting of 171 males and 198 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 1,157 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 291 literate and 78 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 365 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Megh Dam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 369 | 171 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 19 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 365 | 167 | 198 |
| Literate Population | 291 | 147 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 24 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Megh Dam
Megh Dam 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 Megh Dam
Megh Dam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Goalpara to Megh Dam is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Megh Dam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Megh Dam 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Megh Dam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Megh Dam 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 Megh Dam
Where is Megh Dam located?
Megh Dam village is located in Balijana Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Megh Dam?
The Gram Panchayat of Megh Dam is Badahapur.
What is the pincode of Megh Dam?
The pincode of Megh Dam is 783120.
What is the population of Megh Dam?
Megh Dam has a total population of 369, including 171 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Megh Dam?
There are 75 households in Megh Dam.
What is the literacy rate in Megh Dam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Megh Dam is 78.86%. Male literacy is 85.96% and female literacy is 72.73%.