Dikcha Grant - Lakhipur, Cachar
Dikcha Grant is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 400 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Baladhan Kanakpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dikcha Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dikcha Grant is 299783. The village covers a total geographical area of 184 hectares and falls under the 788107 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dikcha 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 Udharbond Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dikcha Grant
As per Census 2011, Dikcha Grant village has a total population of 389 people, consisting of 208 males and 181 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 300 literate and 89 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dikcha Grant are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 389 | 208 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 26 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 300 | 174 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 34 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Dikcha Grant
Dikcha 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 Dikcha Grant
Dikcha Grant is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Dikcha Grant is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Dikcha 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 Dikcha Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dikcha 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dikcha 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 Dikcha 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 Dikcha Grant
Where is Dikcha Grant located?
Dikcha Grant village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dikcha Grant?
The Gram Panchayat of Dikcha Grant is Baladhan Kanakpur.
What is the pincode of Dikcha Grant?
The pincode of Dikcha Grant is 788107.
What is the population of Dikcha Grant?
Dikcha Grant has a total population of 389, including 208 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Dikcha Grant?
There are 99 households in Dikcha Grant.
What is the literacy rate in Dikcha Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dikcha Grant is 77.12%. Male literacy is 83.65% and female literacy is 69.61%.