Choto Jalenga Grant - Silchar, Cachar
Choto Jalenga Grant is a village situated in the Silchar subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 25 km from Silchar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Dwarbond serves as the Gram Panchayat for Choto Jalenga Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Choto Jalenga Grant is 299327. The village covers a total geographical area of 691.68 hectares and falls under the 788015 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Choto Jalenga 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 Dholai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Choto Jalenga Grant
According to the 2011 Census, Choto Jalenga Grant village had a total population of 4,261 people, including 2,221 males and 2,040 females, living in 1,005 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.30%, with male literacy at 80.33% and female literacy at 55.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 516.
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 | 4,261 | 2,221 | 2,040 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 740 | 376 | 364 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 516 | 273 | 243 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,405 | 1,482 | 923 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,856 | 739 | 1,117 |
Nearby Villages of Choto Jalenga Grant
Choto Jalenga 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 Choto Jalenga Grant
Choto Jalenga 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 Silchar to Choto Jalenga 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 Choto Jalenga Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Choto Jalenga Grant village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Choto Jalenga 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 Choto Jalenga Grant village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Choto Jalenga Grant
Where is Choto Jalenga Grant located?
Choto Jalenga Grant village is located in Silchar Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Choto Jalenga Grant?
The Gram Panchayat of Choto Jalenga Grant is Dwarbond.
What is the pincode of Choto Jalenga Grant?
The pincode of Choto Jalenga Grant is 788015.
What is the population of Choto Jalenga Grant?
Choto Jalenga Grant had a total population of 4,261, including 2,221 males and 2,040 females.
How many households are there in Choto Jalenga Grant?
Choto Jalenga Grant had 1,005 households.
What is the literacy rate in Choto Jalenga Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choto Jalenga Grant was 68.30%. Male literacy was 80.33% and female literacy was 55.07%.