Boaligrant Village - Lakhipur, Cachar
Boaligrant 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 35 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Boali Chengjur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Boaligrant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boaligrant is 299933. The village covers a total geographical area of 529 hectares and falls under the 788026 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Boaligrant village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Boaligrant
As per Census 2011, Boaligrant village has a total population of 2,876 people, consisting of 1,484 males and 1,392 females. The village has 609 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 612 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,244 literate and 1,632 illiterate residents. Additionally, 194 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Boaligrant are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,876 | 1,484 | 1,392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 612 | 324 | 288 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 194 | 101 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 1,244 | 771 | 473 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,632 | 713 | 919 |
Nearby Villages of Boaligrant
Boaligrant 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 Boaligrant
Boaligrant 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 Boaligrant is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Boaligrant is about 35 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 Boaligrant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Boaligrant 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Boaligrant
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Boaligrant village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Boaligrant
Where is Boaligrant located?
Boaligrant village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Boaligrant?
The Gram Panchayat of Boaligrant is Boali Chengjur.
What is the pincode of Boaligrant?
The pincode of Boaligrant is 788026.
What is the population of Boaligrant?
Boaligrant has a total population of 2,876, including 1,484 males and 1,392 females.
How many households are there in Boaligrant?
There are 609 households in Boaligrant.
What is the literacy rate in Boaligrant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boaligrant is 43.25%. Male literacy is 51.95% and female literacy is 33.98%.