Baladhan Grant - Lakhipur, Cachar
Baladhan Grant is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 430 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Baladhan Kanakpur serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Baladhan Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baladhan Grant is 299779. The village covers a total geographical area of 1319 hectares and falls under the 788026 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Baladhan Grant village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udharbond Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baladhan Grant
According to the 2011 Census, Baladhan Grant village had a total population of 4,056 people, including 2,099 males and 1,957 females, living in 915 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.75%, with male literacy at 72.86% and female literacy at 53.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 370, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 4,056 | 2,099 | 1,957 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 688 | 349 | 339 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 370 | 194 | 176 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,147 | 1,275 | 872 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,909 | 824 | 1,085 |
Nearby Villages of Baladhan Grant
Baladhan 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 Baladhan Grant
Baladhan Grant is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Lakhipur to Baladhan Grant is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Baladhan Grant is about 40 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 Baladhan Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baladhan Grant village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Baladhan 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 Baladhan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Baladhan Grant
Where is Baladhan Grant located?
Baladhan Grant village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Baladhan Grant?
The Gaon Panchayat of Baladhan Grant is Baladhan Kanakpur.
What is the pincode of Baladhan Grant?
The pincode of Baladhan Grant is 788026.
What is the population of Baladhan Grant?
Baladhan Grant had a total population of 4,056, including 2,099 males and 1,957 females.
How many households are there in Baladhan Grant?
Baladhan Grant had 915 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baladhan Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baladhan Grant was 63.75%. Male literacy was 72.86% and female literacy was 53.89%.