Maichang Pathar - Margherita, Tinsukia
Maichang Pathar is a village situated in the Margherita subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Margherita and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Ketetong serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maichang Pathar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maichang Pathar is 290859. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.84 hectares and falls under the 786174 pincode. Margherita is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Maichang Pathar 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 Maichang Pathar
According to the 2011 Census, Maichang Pathar village had a total population of 585 people, including 301 males and 284 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.21%, with male literacy at 61.07% and female literacy at 52.80%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 101.
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 | 585 | 301 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 57 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 49 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 262 | 149 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 323 | 152 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Maichang Pathar
Maichang Pathar 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 Maichang Pathar
Maichang Pathar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Margherita to Maichang Pathar is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Maichang Pathar is about 72 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 Maichang Pathar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maichang Pathar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Maichang Pathar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maichang Pathar 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 Maichang Pathar
Where is Maichang Pathar located?
Maichang Pathar village is located in Margherita Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maichang Pathar?
The Gram Panchayat of Maichang Pathar is Ketetong.
What is the pincode of Maichang Pathar?
The pincode of Maichang Pathar is 786174.
What is the population of Maichang Pathar?
Maichang Pathar had a total population of 585, including 301 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Maichang Pathar?
Maichang Pathar had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maichang Pathar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maichang Pathar was 57.21%. Male literacy was 61.07% and female literacy was 52.80%.