Gilatail (Ghilatail) - Katigora, Cachar
Gilatail (Ghilatail) is a village situated in the Katigora subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 330 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katigora and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Kalain serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gilatail (Ghilatail) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gilatail (Ghilatail) is 299027. The village covers a total geographical area of 188.23 hectares and falls under the 788115 pincode. Badarpur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Gilatail (Ghilatail) 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 Gilatail (Ghilatail)
As per Census 2011, Gilatail (Ghilatail) village has a total population of 308 people, consisting of 159 males and 149 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 156 literate and 152 illiterate residents. Additionally, 74 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gilatail (Ghilatail) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 308 | 159 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 34 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 32 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 156 | 88 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 71 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Gilatail (Ghilatail)
Gilatail (Ghilatail) 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 Gilatail (Ghilatail)
Public transport in the Gilatail (Ghilatail) is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gilatail (Ghilatail).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Badarpur to Gilatail (Ghilatail) is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Gilatail (Ghilatail) is about 36 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 Gilatail (Ghilatail)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gilatail (Ghilatail) 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 Gilatail (Ghilatail)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gilatail (Ghilatail) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gilatail (Ghilatail)
Where is Gilatail (Ghilatail) located?
Gilatail (Ghilatail) village is located in Katigora Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gilatail (Ghilatail)?
The Gram Panchayat of Gilatail (Ghilatail) is Kalain.
What is the pincode of Gilatail (Ghilatail)?
The pincode of Gilatail (Ghilatail) is 788115.
What is the population of Gilatail (Ghilatail)?
Gilatail (Ghilatail) has a total population of 308, including 159 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Gilatail (Ghilatail)?
There are 70 households in Gilatail (Ghilatail).
What is the literacy rate in Gilatail (Ghilatail)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gilatail (Ghilatail) is 50.65%. Male literacy is 55.35% and female literacy is 45.64%.