Balichara Grant Pt I - Silchar, Cachar
Balichara Grant Pt I is a village situated in the Silchar subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 431 km from Silchar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Boro Rampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balichara Grant Pt I village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balichara Grant Pt I is 299153. The village covers a total geographical area of 195.94 hectares and falls under the 788015 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Balichara Grant Pt I village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Borkhola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balichara Grant Pt I
As per Census 2011, Balichara Grant Pt I village has a total population of 589 people, consisting of 291 males and 298 females. The village has 128 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 367 literate and 222 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balichara Grant Pt I are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 589 | 291 | 298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 42 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 367 | 203 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 88 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Balichara Grant Pt I
Balichara Grant Pt I 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 Balichara Grant Pt I
Balichara Grant Pt I 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silchar to Balichara Grant Pt I is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balichara Grant Pt I
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balichara Grant Pt I village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balichara Grant Pt I
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balichara Grant Pt I village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balichara Grant Pt I
Where is Balichara Grant Pt I located?
Balichara Grant Pt I village is located in Silchar Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balichara Grant Pt I?
The Gram Panchayat of Balichara Grant Pt I is Boro Rampur.
What is the pincode of Balichara Grant Pt I?
The pincode of Balichara Grant Pt I is 788015.
What is the population of Balichara Grant Pt I?
Balichara Grant Pt I has a total population of 589, including 291 males and 298 females.
How many households are there in Balichara Grant Pt I?
There are 128 households in Balichara Grant Pt I.
What is the literacy rate in Balichara Grant Pt I?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balichara Grant Pt I is 62.31%. Male literacy is 69.76% and female literacy is 55.03%.