Kalain Cherra Grant - Katigora, Cachar
Kalain Cherra Grant is a village situated in the Katigora subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 334 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katigora and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Gumrah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalain Cherra Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalain Cherra Grant is 299024. The village covers a total geographical area of 393.61 hectares and falls under the 788115 pincode. Badarpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kalain Cherra 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 Kalain Cherra Grant
According to the 2011 Census, Kalain Cherra Grant village had a total population of 1,671 people, including 840 males and 831 females, living in 387 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.60%, with male literacy at 67.98% and female literacy at 43.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60.
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 | 1,671 | 840 | 831 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 313 | 156 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 755 | 465 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 916 | 375 | 541 |
Nearby Villages of Kalain Cherra Grant
Kalain Cherra 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 Kalain Cherra Grant
Public transport in the Kalain Cherra Grant is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badarpur to Kalain Cherra Grant is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Kalain Cherra Grant is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalain Cherra Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalain Cherra Grant village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kalain Cherra 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 Kalain Cherra 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kalain Cherra Grant
Where is Kalain Cherra Grant located?
Kalain Cherra Grant village is located in Katigora Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalain Cherra Grant?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalain Cherra Grant is Gumrah.
What is the pincode of Kalain Cherra Grant?
The pincode of Kalain Cherra Grant is 788115.
What is the population of Kalain Cherra Grant?
Kalain Cherra Grant had a total population of 1,671, including 840 males and 831 females.
How many households are there in Kalain Cherra Grant?
Kalain Cherra Grant had 387 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalain Cherra Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalain Cherra Grant was 55.60%. Male literacy was 67.98% and female literacy was 43.03%.