Morigaon - Mayong, Marigaon
Morigaon is a village situated in the Mayong subdivision of Marigaon district, Assam. It is located approximately 85 km from Mayong and around 15 km from Morigaon. Ghagua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morigaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morigaon is 283545. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.13 hectares and falls under the 782411 pincode. Morigaon is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Morigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagiroad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morigaon
According to the 2011 Census, Morigaon village had a total population of 830 people, including 410 males and 420 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.59%, with male literacy at 86.50% and female literacy at 74.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 150, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 484.
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 | 830 | 410 | 420 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 47 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 150 | 77 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 484 | 230 | 254 |
| Literate Population | 598 | 314 | 284 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 96 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Morigaon
Morigaon 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 Morigaon
Morigaon 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Morigaon to Morigaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morigaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Morigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morigaon 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Morigaon
Where is Morigaon located?
Morigaon village is located in Mayong Subdivision, Marigaon district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morigaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Morigaon is Ghagua.
What is the pincode of Morigaon?
The pincode of Morigaon is 782411.
What is the population of Morigaon?
Morigaon had a total population of 830, including 410 males and 420 females.
How many households are there in Morigaon?
Morigaon had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morigaon was 80.59%. Male literacy was 86.50% and female literacy was 74.93%.