Miri Gaon - Teok, Jorhat
Miri Gaon is a village situated in the Teok subdivision of Jorhat district, Assam. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Teok and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Jorhat. Boloma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Miri Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Miri Gaon is 293819. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.18 hectares and falls under the 785636 pincode. Teok is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Miri Gaon 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 Miri Gaon
As per Census 2011, Miri Gaon village has a total population of 539 people, consisting of 246 males and 293 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 1,191 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 414 literate and 125 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 433 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Miri Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 539 | 246 | 293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 433 | 199 | 234 |
| Literate Population | 414 | 196 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 50 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Miri Gaon
Miri 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 Miri Gaon
Miri Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Miri Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Teok to Miri Gaon is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jorhat to Miri Gaon is about 26 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 Miri Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Miri 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 Miri 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 Miri Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Miri Gaon
Where is Miri Gaon located?
Miri Gaon village is located in Teok Subdivision, Jorhat district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Miri Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Miri Gaon is Boloma.
What is the pincode of Miri Gaon?
The pincode of Miri Gaon is 785636.
What is the population of Miri Gaon?
Miri Gaon has a total population of 539, including 246 males and 293 females.
How many households are there in Miri Gaon?
There are 115 households in Miri Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Miri Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Miri Gaon is 76.81%. Male literacy is 79.67% and female literacy is 74.40%.