Powai T.E. - Margherita, Tinsukia
Powai T.E. is a village situated in the Margherita subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Margherita and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Pawoi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Powai T.E. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Powai T.E. is 290904. The village covers a total geographical area of 1671 hectares and falls under the 786171 pincode. Margherita is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Powai T.E. 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 T.E.
According to the 2011 Census, Powai T.E. village had a total population of 9,101 people, including 4,551 males and 4,550 females, living in 1,789 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.00%, with male literacy at 57.84% and female literacy at 36.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 9,101 | 4,551 | 4,550 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,378 | 732 | 646 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 45 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 3,630 | 2,209 | 1,421 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,471 | 2,342 | 3,129 |
Nearby Villages of Powai T.E.
Powai T.E. 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 T.E.
Powai T.E. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Powai T.E. has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Margherita to Powai T.E. is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Powai T.E. is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Powai T.E.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Powai T.E. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Powai T.E.
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 T.E. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Powai T.E.
Where is Powai T.E. located?
Powai T.E. village is located in Margherita Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Powai T.E.?
The Gram Panchayat of Powai T.E. is Pawoi.
What is the pincode of Powai T.E.?
The pincode of Powai T.E. is 786171.
What is the population of Powai T.E.?
Powai T.E. had a total population of 9,101, including 4,551 males and 4,550 females.
How many households are there in Powai T.E.?
Powai T.E. had 1,789 households.
What is the literacy rate in Powai T.E.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Powai T.E. was 47.00%. Male literacy was 57.84% and female literacy was 36.40%.