Malu Gaon - Margherita, Tinsukia
Malu Gaon is a village situated in the Margherita subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Margherita and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Samukjan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malu Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malu Gaon is 291038. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.58 hectares and falls under the 786181 pincode. Margherita is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Malu Gaon 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 Malu Gaon
As per Census 2011, Malu Gaon village has a total population of 317 people, consisting of 148 males and 169 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 1,141 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 125 literate and 192 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malu Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 317 | 148 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 23 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 66 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 82 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Malu Gaon
Malu Gaon 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 Malu Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Malu Gaon. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Malu Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Malu Gaon is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Malu Gaon is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malu Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malu Gaon 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 Malu Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malu Gaon 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 Malu Gaon
Where is Malu Gaon located?
Malu Gaon village is located in Margherita Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malu Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Malu Gaon is Samukjan.
What is the pincode of Malu Gaon?
The pincode of Malu Gaon is 786181.
What is the population of Malu Gaon?
Malu Gaon has a total population of 317, including 148 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Malu Gaon?
There are 55 households in Malu Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Malu Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malu Gaon is 39.43%. Male literacy is 44.59% and female literacy is 34.91%.