Methonchowa Grant - Nazira, Sivasagar
Methonchowa Grant 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 Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Methonchowa Grant is 292862. The village covers a total geographical area of 312.09 hectares and falls under the 785685 pincode.
Methonchowa Grant 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 Grant
According to the 2011 Census, Methonchowa Grant village had a total population of 393 people, including 198 males and 195 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.12%, with male literacy at 66.06% and female literacy at 44.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 393 | 198 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 33 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 109 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 89 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Methonchowa Grant
Methonchowa 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 Methonchowa Grant
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Methonchowa Grant. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Methonchowa Grant.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Grant 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 Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Methonchowa Grant 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Methonchowa 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 Methonchowa Grant village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Methonchowa Grant
Where is Methonchowa Grant located?
Methonchowa Grant village is located in Nazira Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Methonchowa Grant?
The Gram Panchayat of Methonchowa Grant is Rajabheta.
What is the pincode of Methonchowa Grant?
The pincode of Methonchowa Grant is 785685.
What is the population of Methonchowa Grant?
Methonchowa Grant had a total population of 393, including 198 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Methonchowa Grant?
Methonchowa Grant had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Methonchowa Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Methonchowa Grant was 55.12%. Male literacy was 66.06% and female literacy was 44.31%.