Badarpur Grant - Katigora, Cachar
Badarpur Grant is a village situated in the Katigora subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 21 km from Hailakandi. Panchgram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badarpur Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badarpur Grant is 300911. The village covers a total geographical area of 195.6 hectares and falls under the 788802 pincode. Hpcl Township is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Badarpur Grant village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katigorah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badarpur Grant
According to the 2011 Census, Badarpur Grant village had a total population of 1,641 people, including 843 males and 798 females, living in 392 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.50%, with male literacy at 95.31% and female literacy at 87.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 402, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 1,641 | 843 | 798 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 97 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 402 | 207 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,335 | 711 | 624 |
| Illiterate Population | 306 | 132 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Badarpur Grant
Badarpur Grant 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 Badarpur Grant
Badarpur Grant is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Badarpur Grant.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hpcl Township to Badarpur Grant is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hailakandi to Badarpur Grant is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badarpur Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badarpur Grant village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badarpur Grant
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badarpur Grant 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badarpur Grant
Where is Badarpur Grant located?
Badarpur Grant village is located in Katigora Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badarpur Grant?
The Gram Panchayat of Badarpur Grant is Panchgram.
What is the pincode of Badarpur Grant?
The pincode of Badarpur Grant is 788802.
What is the population of Badarpur Grant?
Badarpur Grant had a total population of 1,641, including 843 males and 798 females.
How many households are there in Badarpur Grant?
Badarpur Grant had 392 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badarpur Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badarpur Grant was 91.50%. Male literacy was 95.31% and female literacy was 87.52%.