Mahong Gaon No.1 - Margherita, Tinsukia
Mahong Gaon No.1 is a village situated in the Margherita subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Margherita and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Puronipukhuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahong Gaon No.1 village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahong Gaon No.1 is 290771. The village covers a total geographical area of 645.05 hectares and falls under the 786174 pincode. Digboi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Mahong Gaon No.1 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 Mahong Gaon No.1
As per Census 2011, Mahong Gaon No.1 village has a total population of 2,330 people, consisting of 1,185 males and 1,145 females. The village has 400 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 386 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,546 literate and 784 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahong Gaon No.1 are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,330 | 1,185 | 1,145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 386 | 207 | 179 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,546 | 856 | 690 |
| Illiterate Population | 784 | 329 | 455 |
Nearby Villages of Mahong Gaon No.1
Mahong Gaon No.1 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 Mahong Gaon No.1
Public transport in the Mahong Gaon No.1 is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digboi to Mahong Gaon No.1 is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Mahong Gaon No.1 is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahong Gaon No.1
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahong Gaon No.1 village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mahong Gaon No.1
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahong Gaon No.1 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mahong Gaon No.1
Where is Mahong Gaon No.1 located?
Mahong Gaon No.1 village is located in Margherita Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahong Gaon No.1?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahong Gaon No.1 is Puronipukhuri.
What is the pincode of Mahong Gaon No.1?
The pincode of Mahong Gaon No.1 is 786174.
What is the population of Mahong Gaon No.1?
Mahong Gaon No.1 has a total population of 2,330, including 1,185 males and 1,145 females.
How many households are there in Mahong Gaon No.1?
There are 400 households in Mahong Gaon No.1.
What is the literacy rate in Mahong Gaon No.1?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahong Gaon No.1 is 66.35%. Male literacy is 72.24% and female literacy is 60.26%.