Longtong No.2 - Margherita, Tinsukia
Longtong No.2 is a village situated in the Margherita subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Margherita and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Kumsai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Longtong No.2 village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Longtong No.2 is 290993. The village covers a total geographical area of 293.93 hectares and falls under the 786182 pincode. Margherita is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Longtong 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 Margherita Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dibrugarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Longtong No.2
As per Census 2011, Longtong No.2 village has a total population of 920 people, consisting of 471 males and 449 females. The village has 200 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 173 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 458 literate and 462 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 93 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Longtong No.2 are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 920 | 471 | 449 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 93 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 45 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 458 | 276 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 462 | 195 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Longtong No.2
Longtong 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 Longtong No.2
Longtong 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 >10 km of Longtong 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Margherita to Longtong No.2 is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Longtong No.2 is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Longtong No.2
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Longtong 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 Longtong 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 Longtong 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 Longtong No.2
Where is Longtong No.2 located?
Longtong No.2 village is located in Margherita Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Longtong No.2?
The Gram Panchayat of Longtong No.2 is Kumsai.
What is the pincode of Longtong No.2?
The pincode of Longtong No.2 is 786182.
What is the population of Longtong No.2?
Longtong No.2 has a total population of 920, including 471 males and 449 females.
How many households are there in Longtong No.2?
There are 200 households in Longtong No.2.
What is the literacy rate in Longtong No.2?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Longtong No.2 is 49.78%. Male literacy is 58.60% and female literacy is 40.53%.