Dhalchara Grant - Silchar, Cachar
Dhalchara Grant is a village situated in the Silchar subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 370 km from Silchar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Dhalchara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhalchara Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhalchara Grant is 299147. The village covers a total geographical area of 840.21 hectares and falls under the 788015 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Dhalchara 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 Katigorah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhalchara Grant
As per Census 2011, Dhalchara Grant village has a total population of 4,199 people, consisting of 2,270 males and 1,929 females. The village has 942 households and a sex ratio of 849 females per 1,000 males. There are 610 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,768 literate and 1,431 illiterate residents. Additionally, 440 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhalchara Grant are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,199 | 2,270 | 1,929 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 610 | 306 | 304 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 440 | 225 | 215 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,768 | 1,642 | 1,126 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,431 | 628 | 803 |
Nearby Villages of Dhalchara Grant
Dhalchara 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 Dhalchara Grant
Public transport in the Dhalchara Grant is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dhalchara Grant.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Silchar to Dhalchara Grant is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Dhalchara Grant is about 30 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 Dhalchara Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhalchara Grant village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhalchara 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 Dhalchara 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhalchara Grant
Where is Dhalchara Grant located?
Dhalchara Grant village is located in Silchar Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhalchara Grant?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhalchara Grant is Dhalchara.
What is the pincode of Dhalchara Grant?
The pincode of Dhalchara Grant is 788015.
What is the population of Dhalchara Grant?
Dhalchara Grant has a total population of 4,199, including 2,270 males and 1,929 females.
How many households are there in Dhalchara Grant?
There are 942 households in Dhalchara Grant.
What is the literacy rate in Dhalchara Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhalchara Grant is 65.92%. Male literacy is 72.33% and female literacy is 58.37%.