Margaon Jatna - Mankachar, South Salmara Mancachar
Margaon Jatna is a village situated in the Mankachar subdivision of South Salmara Mancachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 18 km from Mankachar and around 90 km from Dhubri. Pankata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Margaon Jatna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Margaon Jatna is 281757. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.48 hectares and falls under the 783127 pincode. Dhubri is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Margaon Jatna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Birsing Jarua Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Margaon Jatna
According to the 2011 Census, Margaon Jatna village had a total population of 2,049 people, including 1,045 males and 1,004 females, living in 438 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 28.54%, with male literacy at 33.82% and female literacy at 23.02%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 154.
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 | 2,049 | 1,045 | 1,004 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 451 | 229 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 154 | 80 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 456 | 276 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,593 | 769 | 824 |
Nearby Villages of Margaon Jatna
Margaon Jatna 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 Margaon Jatna
Public transport in the Margaon Jatna is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhubri to Margaon Jatna is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Margaon Jatna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Margaon Jatna 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 Margaon Jatna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Margaon Jatna 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 Margaon Jatna
Where is Margaon Jatna located?
Margaon Jatna village is located in Mankachar Subdivision, South Salmara Mancachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Margaon Jatna?
The Gram Panchayat of Margaon Jatna is Pankata.
What is the pincode of Margaon Jatna?
The pincode of Margaon Jatna is 783127.
What is the population of Margaon Jatna?
Margaon Jatna had a total population of 2,049, including 1,045 males and 1,004 females.
How many households are there in Margaon Jatna?
Margaon Jatna had 438 households.
What is the literacy rate in Margaon Jatna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Margaon Jatna was 28.54%. Male literacy was 33.82% and female literacy was 23.02%.