Meleng Grant Gaon - Teok, Jorhat
Meleng Grant Gaon is a village situated in the Teok subdivision of Jorhat district, Assam. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Teok and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Jorhat. Holongapar Bagan serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Meleng Grant Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meleng Grant Gaon is 293895. The village covers a total geographical area of 1664.25 hectares and falls under the 785107 pincode. Teok is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Meleng Grant 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 Jorhat Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Meleng Grant Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Meleng Grant Gaon village had a total population of 8,572 people, including 4,205 males and 4,367 females, living in 1,842 households. The sex ratio was 1,039 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.00%, with male literacy at 70.89% and female literacy at 43.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 145, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 15.
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 | 8,572 | 4,205 | 4,367 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,310 | 649 | 661 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 76 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 4,139 | 2,521 | 1,618 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,433 | 1,684 | 2,749 |
Nearby Villages of Meleng Grant Gaon
Meleng Grant 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 Meleng Grant Gaon
Meleng Grant Gaon 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Teok to Meleng Grant Gaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jorhat to Meleng Grant 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 Meleng Grant Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meleng Grant Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Meleng Grant 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 Meleng Grant Gaon 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 Meleng Grant Gaon
Where is Meleng Grant Gaon located?
Meleng Grant Gaon village is located in Teok Subdivision, Jorhat district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Meleng Grant Gaon?
The Gaon Panchayat of Meleng Grant Gaon is Holongapar Bagan.
What is the pincode of Meleng Grant Gaon?
The pincode of Meleng Grant Gaon is 785107.
What is the population of Meleng Grant Gaon?
Meleng Grant Gaon had a total population of 8,572, including 4,205 males and 4,367 females.
How many households are there in Meleng Grant Gaon?
Meleng Grant Gaon had 1,842 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meleng Grant Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meleng Grant Gaon was 57.00%. Male literacy was 70.89% and female literacy was 43.66%.