Bijoypur Grant - Silchar, Cachar
Bijoypur Grant is a village situated in the Silchar subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 420 km from Silchar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Boro Rampur serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Bijoypur Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijoypur Grant is 299162. The village covers a total geographical area of 404.6 hectares and falls under the 788010 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Bijoypur 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 Borkhola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijoypur Grant
According to the 2011 Census, Bijoypur Grant village had a total population of 623 people, including 323 males and 300 females, living in 160 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.92%, with male literacy at 55.96% and female literacy at 37.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 623 | 323 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 46 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 251 | 155 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 372 | 168 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Bijoypur Grant
Bijoypur 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 Bijoypur Grant
Bijoypur 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 | 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 Silchar to Bijoypur Grant is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijoypur Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijoypur Grant village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bijoypur 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 Bijoypur Grant village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bijoypur Grant
Where is Bijoypur Grant located?
Bijoypur Grant village is located in Silchar Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Bijoypur Grant?
The Gaon Panchayat of Bijoypur Grant is Boro Rampur.
What is the pincode of Bijoypur Grant?
The pincode of Bijoypur Grant is 788010.
What is the population of Bijoypur Grant?
Bijoypur Grant had a total population of 623, including 323 males and 300 females.
How many households are there in Bijoypur Grant?
Bijoypur Grant had 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bijoypur Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijoypur Grant was 46.92%. Male literacy was 55.96% and female literacy was 37.21%.