Monkala - Lakhipur, Goalpara
Monkala is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Goalpara. Kathuri-monkola Saildhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Monkala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Monkala is 281778. The village covers a total geographical area of 275.59 hectares and falls under the 783120 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Monkala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Monkala
According to the 2011 Census, Monkala village had a total population of 145 people, including 68 males and 77 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,132 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.70%, with male literacy at 40.43% and female literacy at 33.87%.
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 | 145 | 68 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 49 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Monkala
Monkala 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 Monkala
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Monkala.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhipur to Monkala is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Goalpara to Monkala is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Monkala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Monkala 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 Monkala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Monkala 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 Monkala
Where is Monkala located?
Monkala village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Monkala?
The Gram Panchayat of Monkala is Kathuri-monkola Saildhara.
What is the pincode of Monkala?
The pincode of Monkala is 783120.
What is the population of Monkala?
Monkala had a total population of 145, including 68 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Monkala?
Monkala had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Monkala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Monkala was 36.70%. Male literacy was 40.43% and female literacy was 33.87%.