Gora Gram - Katigora, Cachar
Gora Gram is a village situated in the Katigora subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 350 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katigora and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Dhalchara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gora Gram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gora Gram is 299101. The village covers a total geographical area of 168.55 hectares and falls under the 788025 pincode. Badarpur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Gora Gram 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 Gora Gram
As per Census 2011, Gora Gram village has a total population of 2,005 people, consisting of 1,001 males and 1,004 females. The village has 357 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 422 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,293 literate and 712 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gora Gram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,005 | 1,001 | 1,004 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 422 | 213 | 209 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 51 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 1,293 | 690 | 603 |
| Illiterate Population | 712 | 311 | 401 |
Nearby Villages of Gora Gram
Gora Gram 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 Gora Gram
Gora Gram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Gora Gram.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badarpur to Gora Gram is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Gora Gram is about 41 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 Gora Gram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gora Gram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gora Gram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gora Gram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gora Gram
Where is Gora Gram located?
Gora Gram village is located in Katigora Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gora Gram?
The Gram Panchayat of Gora Gram is Dhalchara.
What is the pincode of Gora Gram?
The pincode of Gora Gram is 788025.
What is the population of Gora Gram?
Gora Gram has a total population of 2,005, including 1,001 males and 1,004 females.
How many households are there in Gora Gram?
There are 357 households in Gora Gram.
What is the literacy rate in Gora Gram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gora Gram is 64.49%. Male literacy is 68.93% and female literacy is 60.06%.