Megala Gaon No.2 Village - Doom Dooma, Tinsukia
Megala Gaon No.2 is a village situated in the Doom Dooma subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Doom Dooma and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Megela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Megala Gaon No.2 village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Megala Gaon No.2 is 290129. The village covers a total geographical area of 279.33 hectares and falls under the 786154 pincode. Doomdoma is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Megala Gaon No.2 village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sadiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lakhimpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Megala Gaon No.2
As per Census 2011, Megala Gaon No.2 village has a total population of 1,297 people, consisting of 653 males and 644 females. The village has 263 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 215 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 666 literate and 631 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 145 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Megala Gaon No.2 are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,297 | 653 | 644 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 102 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 145 | 77 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 666 | 387 | 279 |
| Illiterate Population | 631 | 266 | 365 |
Nearby Villages of Megala Gaon No.2
Megala Gaon No.2 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 Megala Gaon No.2
Megala Gaon No.2 is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Megala Gaon No.2.
| 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 Doomdoma to Megala Gaon No.2 is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Megala Gaon No.2 is about 39 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 Megala Gaon No.2
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Megala Gaon No.2 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 Megala Gaon No.2
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Megala Gaon No.2 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 Megala Gaon No.2
Where is Megala Gaon No.2 located?
Megala Gaon No.2 village is located in Doom Dooma Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Megala Gaon No.2?
The Gram Panchayat of Megala Gaon No.2 is Megela.
What is the pincode of Megala Gaon No.2?
The pincode of Megala Gaon No.2 is 786154.
What is the population of Megala Gaon No.2?
Megala Gaon No.2 has a total population of 1,297, including 653 males and 644 females.
How many households are there in Megala Gaon No.2?
There are 263 households in Megala Gaon No.2.
What is the literacy rate in Megala Gaon No.2?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Megala Gaon No.2 is 51.35%. Male literacy is 59.26% and female literacy is 43.32%.