Lalang Grant - Lakhipur, Cachar
Lalang Grant is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. Dewan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lalang Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lalang Grant is 299755. The village covers a total geographical area of 650 hectares and falls under the 788102 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Lalang 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 Lalang Grant
As per Census 2011, Lalang Grant village has a total population of 7,181 people, consisting of 3,661 males and 3,520 females. The village has 1,511 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 951 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,128 literate and 3,053 illiterate residents. Additionally, 666 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lalang Grant are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,181 | 3,661 | 3,520 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 951 | 504 | 447 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 666 | 336 | 330 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 4,128 | 2,446 | 1,682 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,053 | 1,215 | 1,838 |
Nearby Villages of Lalang Grant
Lalang 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 Lalang Grant
Lalang 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhipur to Lalang Grant is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Lalang Grant is about 37 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 Lalang Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lalang Grant village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lalang 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 Lalang Grant village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lalang Grant
Where is Lalang Grant located?
Lalang Grant village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lalang Grant?
The Gram Panchayat of Lalang Grant is Dewan.
What is the pincode of Lalang Grant?
The pincode of Lalang Grant is 788102.
What is the population of Lalang Grant?
Lalang Grant has a total population of 7,181, including 3,661 males and 3,520 females.
How many households are there in Lalang Grant?
There are 1,511 households in Lalang Grant.
What is the literacy rate in Lalang Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lalang Grant is 57.49%. Male literacy is 66.81% and female literacy is 47.78%.