Methonchowa Gaon - Nazira, Sivasagar
Methonchowa Gaon is a village situated in the Nazira subdivision of Sivasagar district, Assam. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nazira and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sivasagar. Rajabheta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Methonchowa Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Methonchowa Gaon is 292858. The village covers a total geographical area of 364.49 hectares and falls under the 785685 pincode.
Methonchowa 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 Nazira Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Methonchowa Gaon
As per Census 2011, Methonchowa Gaon village has a total population of 1,793 people, consisting of 936 males and 857 females. The village has 391 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 246 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,090 literate and 703 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Methonchowa Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,793 | 936 | 857 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 246 | 117 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,090 | 645 | 445 |
| Illiterate Population | 703 | 291 | 412 |
Nearby Villages of Methonchowa Gaon
Methonchowa 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 Methonchowa Gaon
Methonchowa Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Methonchowa Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sivasagar to Methonchowa Gaon is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Methonchowa Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Methonchowa Gaon 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Methonchowa 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 Methonchowa 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Methonchowa Gaon
Where is Methonchowa Gaon located?
Methonchowa Gaon village is located in Nazira Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Methonchowa Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Methonchowa Gaon is Rajabheta.
What is the pincode of Methonchowa Gaon?
The pincode of Methonchowa Gaon is 785685.
What is the population of Methonchowa Gaon?
Methonchowa Gaon has a total population of 1,793, including 936 males and 857 females.
How many households are there in Methonchowa Gaon?
There are 391 households in Methonchowa Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Methonchowa Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Methonchowa Gaon is 60.79%. Male literacy is 68.91% and female literacy is 51.93%.