Binnakandi Grant - Lakhipur, Cachar
Binnakandi Grant is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Binnakandi Bagan serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Binnakandi Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Binnakandi Grant is 299931. The village covers a total geographical area of 1299 hectares and falls under the 788026 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Binnakandi 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 Lakhipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Binnakandi Grant
According to the 2011 Census, Binnakandi Grant village had a total population of 7,692 people, including 3,955 males and 3,737 females, living in 1,740 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.18%, with male literacy at 71.68% and female literacy at 60.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,161, 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 | 7,692 | 3,955 | 3,737 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,240 | 600 | 640 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,161 | 613 | 548 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,270 | 2,405 | 1,865 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,422 | 1,550 | 1,872 |
Nearby Villages of Binnakandi Grant
Binnakandi 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 Binnakandi Grant
Binnakandi 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhipur to Binnakandi Grant is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Binnakandi Grant is about 38 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 Binnakandi Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Binnakandi 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 Binnakandi 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 Binnakandi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Binnakandi Grant
Where is Binnakandi Grant located?
Binnakandi Grant village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Binnakandi Grant?
The Gaon Panchayat of Binnakandi Grant is Binnakandi Bagan.
What is the pincode of Binnakandi Grant?
The pincode of Binnakandi Grant is 788026.
What is the population of Binnakandi Grant?
Binnakandi Grant had a total population of 7,692, including 3,955 males and 3,737 females.
How many households are there in Binnakandi Grant?
Binnakandi Grant had 1,740 households.
What is the literacy rate in Binnakandi Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Binnakandi Grant was 66.18%. Male literacy was 71.68% and female literacy was 60.22%.