Lakhipur Grant - Lakhipur, Cachar
Lakhipur Grant is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Binnakandi Lakhipur serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Lakhipur Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhipur Grant is 299917. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 788102 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Lakhipur 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 Lakhipur Grant
According to the 2011 Census, Lakhipur Grant village had a total population of 2,222 people, including 1,116 males and 1,106 females, living in 528 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.24%, with male literacy at 66.21% and female literacy at 44.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 481.
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 | 2,222 | 1,116 | 1,106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 352 | 175 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 481 | 220 | 261 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,033 | 623 | 410 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,189 | 493 | 696 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhipur Grant
Lakhipur 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 Lakhipur Grant
Lakhipur 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 Lakhipur Grant is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Lakhipur Grant is about 33 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 Lakhipur Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhipur 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Lakhipur 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 Lakhipur Grant village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lakhipur Grant
Where is Lakhipur Grant located?
Lakhipur Grant village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Lakhipur Grant?
The Gaon Panchayat of Lakhipur Grant is Binnakandi Lakhipur.
What is the pincode of Lakhipur Grant?
The pincode of Lakhipur Grant is 788102.
What is the population of Lakhipur Grant?
Lakhipur Grant had a total population of 2,222, including 1,116 males and 1,106 females.
How many households are there in Lakhipur Grant?
Lakhipur Grant had 528 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhipur Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhipur Grant was 55.24%. Male literacy was 66.21% and female literacy was 44.13%.