Mera Garh Grant - Raha, Nagaon
Mera Garh Grant is a village situated in the Raha subdivision of Nagaon district, Assam. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raha and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Nagaon. Amsoi serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Mera Garh Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mera Garh Grant is 284906. The village covers a total geographical area of 307.81 hectares and falls under the 782103 pincode. Raha is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Mera Garh Grant village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President 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 Mera Garh Grant
According to the 2011 Census, Mera Garh Grant village had a total population of 3,334 people, including 1,708 males and 1,626 females, living in 700 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.95%, with male literacy at 79.79% and female literacy at 65.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 354, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 715.
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 | 3,334 | 1,708 | 1,626 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 413 | 209 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 354 | 183 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 715 | 380 | 335 |
| Literate Population | 2,131 | 1,196 | 935 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,203 | 512 | 691 |
Nearby Villages of Mera Garh Grant
Mera Garh Grant 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 Mera Garh Grant
Mera Garh Grant is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Mera Garh Grant is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaon to Mera Garh Grant is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mera Garh Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mera Garh Grant village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mera Garh Grant
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mera Garh Grant village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mera Garh Grant
Where is Mera Garh Grant located?
Mera Garh Grant village is located in Raha Subdivision, Nagaon district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Mera Garh Grant?
The Gaon Panchayat of Mera Garh Grant is Amsoi.
What is the pincode of Mera Garh Grant?
The pincode of Mera Garh Grant is 782103.
What is the population of Mera Garh Grant?
Mera Garh Grant had a total population of 3,334, including 1,708 males and 1,626 females.
How many households are there in Mera Garh Grant?
Mera Garh Grant had 700 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mera Garh Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mera Garh Grant was 72.95%. Male literacy was 79.79% and female literacy was 65.75%.