Mahong Gaon No.2 - Margherita, Tinsukia
Mahong Gaon No.2 is a village situated in the Margherita subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Margherita and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Puronipukhuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahong Gaon No.2 village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahong Gaon No.2 is 290772. The village covers a total geographical area of 688.19 hectares and falls under the 786160 pincode. Digboi is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Mahong 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 Margherita Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dibrugarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahong Gaon No.2
As per Census 2011, Mahong Gaon No.2 village has a total population of 2,625 people, consisting of 1,354 males and 1,271 females. The village has 476 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 478 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,426 literate and 1,199 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 507 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahong Gaon No.2 are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,625 | 1,354 | 1,271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 478 | 254 | 224 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 507 | 250 | 257 |
| Literate Population | 1,426 | 832 | 594 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,199 | 522 | 677 |
Nearby Villages of Mahong Gaon No.2
Mahong 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 Mahong Gaon No.2
Mahong Gaon No.2 is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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.2 is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Mahong Gaon No.2 is about 75 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 Mahong Gaon No.2
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahong Gaon No.2 village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mahong 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 Mahong Gaon No.2 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 Mahong Gaon No.2
Where is Mahong Gaon No.2 located?
Mahong Gaon No.2 village is located in Margherita Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahong Gaon No.2?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahong Gaon No.2 is Puronipukhuri.
What is the pincode of Mahong Gaon No.2?
The pincode of Mahong Gaon No.2 is 786160.
What is the population of Mahong Gaon No.2?
Mahong Gaon No.2 has a total population of 2,625, including 1,354 males and 1,271 females.
How many households are there in Mahong Gaon No.2?
There are 476 households in Mahong Gaon No.2.
What is the literacy rate in Mahong Gaon No.2?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahong Gaon No.2 is 54.32%. Male literacy is 61.45% and female literacy is 46.73%.