Maligaon Forest Village - Gossaigaon (Pt), Kokrajhar
Maligaon Forest Village is a village situated in the Gossaigaon (Pt) subdivision of Kokrajhar district, Assam. It is located approximately 40 km from Kokrajhar and around 40 km from Kokrajhar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maligaon Forest Village is 280377. The village covers a total geographical area of 408.685 hectares and falls under the 783360 pincode. Kokrajhar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Maligaon Forest Village village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilasipara East Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maligaon Forest Village
As per Census 2011, Maligaon Forest Village has a total population of 1,041 people, consisting of 516 males and 525 females. The village has 200 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 174 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 381 literate and 660 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 508 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maligaon Forest Village are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,041 | 516 | 525 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 79 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 508 | 258 | 250 |
| Literate Population | 381 | 230 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 660 | 286 | 374 |
Transport and Connectivity of Maligaon Forest Village
Public transport in the Maligaon Forest Village is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Kokrajhar to Maligaon Forest Village is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maligaon Forest Village
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maligaon Forest Village village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Maligaon Forest Village
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maligaon Forest Village village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Maligaon Forest Village
Where is Maligaon Forest Village located?
Maligaon Forest Village village is located in Gossaigaon (Pt) Subdivision, Kokrajhar district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of Maligaon Forest Village?
The pincode of Maligaon Forest Village is 783360.
What is the population of Maligaon Forest Village?
Maligaon Forest Village has a total population of 1,041, including 516 males and 525 females.
How many households are there in Maligaon Forest Village?
There are 200 households in Maligaon Forest Village.
What is the literacy rate in Maligaon Forest Village?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maligaon Forest Village is 36.60%. Male literacy is 44.57% and female literacy is 28.76%.