Powai Forest Village - Margherita, Tinsukia
Powai Forest Village is a village situated in the Margherita subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Margherita and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Pawoi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Powai Forest Village village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Powai Forest Village is 291052. The village covers a total geographical area of 253 hectares and falls under the 786181 pincode. Margherita is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Powai Forest Village village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digboi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dibrugarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Powai Forest Village
As per Census 2011, Powai Forest Village has a total population of 1,723 people, consisting of 891 males and 832 females. The village has 319 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 199 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,039 literate and 684 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Powai Forest Village are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,723 | 891 | 832 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 94 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 1,039 | 612 | 427 |
| Illiterate Population | 684 | 279 | 405 |
Nearby Villages of Powai Forest Village
Powai Forest Village 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 Powai Forest Village
Powai Forest Village is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Powai Forest Village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Margherita to Powai Forest Village is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Powai Forest Village is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Powai Forest Village
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Powai Forest Village village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Powai Forest Village
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Powai Forest Village village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Powai Forest Village
Where is Powai Forest Village located?
Powai Forest Village village is located in Margherita Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Powai Forest Village?
The Gram Panchayat of Powai Forest Village is Pawoi.
What is the pincode of Powai Forest Village?
The pincode of Powai Forest Village is 786181.
What is the population of Powai Forest Village?
Powai Forest Village has a total population of 1,723, including 891 males and 832 females.
How many households are there in Powai Forest Village?
There are 319 households in Powai Forest Village.
What is the literacy rate in Powai Forest Village?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Powai Forest Village is 60.30%. Male literacy is 68.69% and female literacy is 51.32%.