Elgin Grant - Silchar, Cachar
Elgin Grant is a village situated in the Silchar subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 400 km from Silchar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Chengduar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Elgin Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Elgin Grant is 299255. The village covers a total geographical area of 197.45 hectares and falls under the 788015 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Elgin 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 Borkhola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Elgin Grant
According to the 2011 Census, Elgin Grant village had a total population of 516 people, including 271 males and 245 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.62%, with male literacy at 56.07% and female literacy at 37.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 516 | 271 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 32 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 134 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 306 | 137 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Elgin Grant
Elgin 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 Elgin Grant
Elgin Grant is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Elgin 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 Silchar to Elgin Grant is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Elgin Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Elgin Grant village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Elgin 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 Elgin 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Elgin Grant
Where is Elgin Grant located?
Elgin Grant village is located in Silchar Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Elgin Grant?
The Gram Panchayat of Elgin Grant is Chengduar.
What is the pincode of Elgin Grant?
The pincode of Elgin Grant is 788015.
What is the population of Elgin Grant?
Elgin Grant had a total population of 516, including 271 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Elgin Grant?
Elgin Grant had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Elgin Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Elgin Grant was 47.62%. Male literacy was 56.07% and female literacy was 37.62%.