Mariani Grant - Mariani, Jorhat
Mariani Grant is a village situated in the Mariani subdivision of Jorhat district, Assam. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mariani and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Jorhat. Mariani Bagicha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mariani Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mariani Grant is 294136. The village covers a total geographical area of 877.36 hectares and falls under the 785634 pincode. Mariani is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Mariani Grant village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mariani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mariani Grant
As per Census 2011, Mariani Grant village has a total population of 6,494 people, consisting of 3,271 males and 3,223 females. The village has 1,389 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 810 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,052 literate and 2,442 illiterate residents. Additionally, 81 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 83 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mariani Grant are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,494 | 3,271 | 3,223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 810 | 413 | 397 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 43 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 41 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 4,052 | 2,289 | 1,763 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,442 | 982 | 1,460 |
Nearby Villages of Mariani Grant
Mariani Grant 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 Mariani Grant
Mariani Grant is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Mariani Grant.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mariani to Mariani Grant is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jorhat to Mariani Grant is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mariani Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mariani Grant village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mariani Grant
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mariani Grant village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mariani Grant
Where is Mariani Grant located?
Mariani Grant village is located in Mariani Subdivision, Jorhat district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mariani Grant?
The Gram Panchayat of Mariani Grant is Mariani Bagicha.
What is the pincode of Mariani Grant?
The pincode of Mariani Grant is 785634.
What is the population of Mariani Grant?
Mariani Grant has a total population of 6,494, including 3,271 males and 3,223 females.
How many households are there in Mariani Grant?
There are 1,389 households in Mariani Grant.
What is the literacy rate in Mariani Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mariani Grant is 62.40%. Male literacy is 69.98% and female literacy is 54.70%.