Marteng Gaon - Raha, Nagaon
Marteng Gaon is a village situated in the Raha subdivision of Nagaon district, Assam. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raha and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Nagaon. Kamargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marteng Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marteng Gaon is 284946. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.63 hectares and falls under the 782103 pincode. Raha is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Marteng 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 Raha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Marteng Gaon
As per Census 2011, Marteng Gaon village has a total population of 121 people, consisting of 65 males and 56 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 60 literate and 61 illiterate residents. Additionally, 76 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 37 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Marteng Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 121 | 65 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 17 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 43 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 36 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 29 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Marteng Gaon
Marteng 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 Marteng Gaon
Marteng Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raha to Marteng Gaon is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaon to Marteng Gaon is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marteng Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marteng Gaon 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 Marteng 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 Marteng 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Marteng Gaon
Where is Marteng Gaon located?
Marteng Gaon village is located in Raha Subdivision, Nagaon district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marteng Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Marteng Gaon is Kamargaon.
What is the pincode of Marteng Gaon?
The pincode of Marteng Gaon is 782103.
What is the population of Marteng Gaon?
Marteng Gaon has a total population of 121, including 65 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Marteng Gaon?
There are 24 households in Marteng Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Marteng Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marteng Gaon is 49.59%. Male literacy is 55.38% and female literacy is 42.86%.