Mukuldang - Gossaigaon (Pt), Kokrajhar
Mukuldang is a village situated in the Gossaigaon (Pt) subdivision of Kokrajhar district, Assam. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gossaigaon and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kokrajhar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mukuldang is 279691. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.2 hectares and falls under the 783360 pincode. Gossaigaon is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Mukuldang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Gossaigaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kokrajhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mukuldang
As per Census 2011, Mukuldang village has a total population of 60 people, consisting of 31 males and 29 females. The village has 15 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 41 literate and 19 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mukuldang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 9 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Mukuldang
Mukuldang 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 Mukuldang
Mukuldang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gossaigaon to Mukuldang is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kokrajhar to Mukuldang is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mukuldang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mukuldang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mukuldang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mukuldang 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 Mukuldang
Where is Mukuldang located?
Mukuldang village is located in Gossaigaon (Pt) Subdivision, Kokrajhar district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of Mukuldang?
The pincode of Mukuldang is 783360.
What is the population of Mukuldang?
Mukuldang has a total population of 60, including 31 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Mukuldang?
There are 15 households in Mukuldang.
What is the literacy rate in Mukuldang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mukuldang is 68.33%. Male literacy is 70.97% and female literacy is 65.52%.