Meher Basti Forest - Chariduar, Sonitpur
Meher Basti Forest is a village situated in the Chariduar subdivision of Sonitpur district, Assam. Lokra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meher Basti Forest village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meher Basti Forest is 286209. The village covers a total geographical area of 128 hectares and falls under the 784102 pincode. Balipara is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Meher Basti Forest village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tezpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sonitpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meher Basti Forest
According to the 2011 Census, Meher Basti Forest village had a total population of 178 people, including 87 males and 91 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,046 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.69%, with male literacy at 49.32% and female literacy at 31.94%.
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 | 178 | 87 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 14 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 36 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 51 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Meher Basti Forest
Meher Basti Forest 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 Meher Basti Forest
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Meher Basti Forest. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Meher Basti Forest.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balipara to Meher Basti Forest is about 14 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 Meher Basti Forest
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meher Basti Forest village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Meher Basti Forest
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meher Basti Forest village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Meher Basti Forest
Where is Meher Basti Forest located?
Meher Basti Forest village is located in Chariduar Subdivision, Sonitpur district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meher Basti Forest?
The Gram Panchayat of Meher Basti Forest is Lokra.
What is the pincode of Meher Basti Forest?
The pincode of Meher Basti Forest is 784102.
What is the population of Meher Basti Forest?
Meher Basti Forest had a total population of 178, including 87 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Meher Basti Forest?
Meher Basti Forest had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meher Basti Forest?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meher Basti Forest was 40.69%. Male literacy was 49.32% and female literacy was 31.94%.