Digabar Grant Village - Katigora, Cachar
Digabar Grant is a village situated in the Katigora subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 335 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katigora and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Lakhipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digabar Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digabar Grant is 299052. The village covers a total geographical area of 144.28 hectares and falls under the 788025 pincode. Badarpur is the nearest town.
Digabar 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 Digabar Grant
As per Census 2011, Digabar Grant village has a total population of 1,412 people, consisting of 744 males and 668 females. The village has 385 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 220 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 653 literate and 759 illiterate residents. Additionally, 117 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digabar Grant are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,412 | 744 | 668 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 113 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 58 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 653 | 413 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 759 | 331 | 428 |
Nearby Villages of Digabar Grant
Digabar 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 Digabar Grant
Public transport in the Digabar Grant is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Silchar to Digabar Grant is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digabar Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digabar Grant 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Digabar 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 Digabar Grant village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Digabar Grant
Where is Digabar Grant located?
Digabar Grant village is located in Katigora Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digabar Grant?
The Gram Panchayat of Digabar Grant is Lakhipur.
What is the pincode of Digabar Grant?
The pincode of Digabar Grant is 788025.
What is the population of Digabar Grant?
Digabar Grant has a total population of 1,412, including 744 males and 668 females.
How many households are there in Digabar Grant?
There are 385 households in Digabar Grant.
What is the literacy rate in Digabar Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digabar Grant is 46.25%. Male literacy is 55.51% and female literacy is 35.93%.