Matak Gaon - Teok, Jorhat
Matak Gaon is a village situated in the Teok subdivision of Jorhat district, Assam. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Teok and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Jorhat. Boloma serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Matak Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matak Gaon is 293826. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.45 hectares and falls under the 785107 pincode. Teok is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Matak Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President 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 Matak Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Matak Gaon village had a total population of 333 people, including 161 males and 172 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 1,068 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.67%, with male literacy at 91.61% and female literacy at 80.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 333 | 161 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 251 | 131 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 30 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Matak Gaon
Matak 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 Matak Gaon
Matak Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Matak Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Teok to Matak Gaon is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jorhat to Matak Gaon is about 30 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 Matak Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matak Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Matak 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 Matak 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Matak Gaon
Where is Matak Gaon located?
Matak Gaon village is located in Teok Subdivision, Jorhat district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Matak Gaon?
The Gaon Panchayat of Matak Gaon is Boloma.
What is the pincode of Matak Gaon?
The pincode of Matak Gaon is 785107.
What is the population of Matak Gaon?
Matak Gaon had a total population of 333, including 161 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Matak Gaon?
Matak Gaon had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matak Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matak Gaon was 85.67%. Male literacy was 91.61% and female literacy was 80.00%.