Monkhosh Grant - Lakhipur, Cachar
Monkhosh Grant is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Dilkush serves as the Gram Panchayat for Monkhosh Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Monkhosh Grant is 299927. The village covers a total geographical area of 439 hectares and falls under the 788126 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Monkhosh 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 Lakhipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Monkhosh Grant
As per Census 2011, Monkhosh Grant village has a total population of 542 people, consisting of 289 males and 253 females. The village has 118 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 87 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 174 literate and 368 illiterate residents. Additionally, 142 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Monkhosh Grant are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 542 | 289 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 45 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 79 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 100 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 368 | 189 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Monkhosh Grant
Monkhosh 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 Monkhosh Grant
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Monkhosh Grant. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Monkhosh Grant.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhipur to Monkhosh Grant is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Monkhosh Grant is about 40 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 Monkhosh Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Monkhosh Grant village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Monkhosh 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 Monkhosh 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Monkhosh Grant
Where is Monkhosh Grant located?
Monkhosh Grant village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Monkhosh Grant?
The Gram Panchayat of Monkhosh Grant is Dilkush.
What is the pincode of Monkhosh Grant?
The pincode of Monkhosh Grant is 788126.
What is the population of Monkhosh Grant?
Monkhosh Grant has a total population of 542, including 289 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Monkhosh Grant?
There are 118 households in Monkhosh Grant.
What is the literacy rate in Monkhosh Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Monkhosh Grant is 32.10%. Male literacy is 34.60% and female literacy is 29.25%.