Morichbari Reserve - Lakhipur, Goalpara
Morichbari Reserve is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. It is located approximately 69 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Goalpara. Guriadhap serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Morichbari Reserve village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morichbari Reserve is 281856. The village covers a total geographical area of 633.41 hectares and falls under the 783120 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Morichbari Reserve village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President 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 Morichbari Reserve
According to the 2011 Census, Morichbari Reserve village had a total population of 6,046 people, including 3,076 males and 2,970 females, living in 1,243 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.95%, with male literacy at 59.91% and female literacy at 47.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 6,046 | 3,076 | 2,970 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,069 | 527 | 542 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 30 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,685 | 1,527 | 1,158 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,361 | 1,549 | 1,812 |
Nearby Villages of Morichbari Reserve
Morichbari Reserve 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 Morichbari Reserve
Morichbari Reserve is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Morichbari Reserve is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Goalpara to Morichbari Reserve is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morichbari Reserve
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morichbari Reserve village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Morichbari Reserve
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morichbari Reserve village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Morichbari Reserve
Where is Morichbari Reserve located?
Morichbari Reserve village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Morichbari Reserve?
The Gaon Panchayat of Morichbari Reserve is Guriadhap.
What is the pincode of Morichbari Reserve?
The pincode of Morichbari Reserve is 783120.
What is the population of Morichbari Reserve?
Morichbari Reserve had a total population of 6,046, including 3,076 males and 2,970 females.
How many households are there in Morichbari Reserve?
Morichbari Reserve had 1,243 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morichbari Reserve?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morichbari Reserve was 53.95%. Male literacy was 59.91% and female literacy was 47.69%.