Elgin Grant
Elgin Grant is a village located in Silchar subdivision of Cachar district in Assam, India. It is situated 400km away from Silchar, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Elgin Grant village. As per 2009 stats, Chencoorie is the gram panchayat of Elgin Grant village.
Here you can discover what makes Elgin Grant unique in its vibrant Silchar-Cachar region. You’ll see Elgin Grant’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Elgin Grant
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Elgin Grant is 299255. The village spans a total geographical area of 197.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 788007. Silchar is nearest town to Elgin Grant village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Elgin Grant
Population of Elgin Grant
According to the 2011 Census, Elgin Grant has a total population of about 516, with approximately 271 males and 245 females. The sex ratio is around 904 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 75 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 61 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.70%, with male literacy at about 49.45% and female literacy near 31.02%. There are around 114 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Elgin Grant's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 210 | 134 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 306 | 137 | 169 |
Connectivity of Elgin Grant
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Elgin Grant. As per the 2011 stats, Elgin Grant had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Elgin Grant
Knowing the nearby villages of Elgin Grant helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Elgin Grant.
Frequently Asked Questions about Elgin Grant
- Where is Elgin Grant located?
- Elgin Grant village is situated in Silchar Subdivision, within the Cachar district of Assam, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Elgin Grant?
- The Gram Panchayat of Elgin Grant is Chencoorie (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Elgin Grant?
- The pincode of Elgin Grant is 788007, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Elgin Grant as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Elgin Grant is 516, with 271 males and 245 females.
- How many households are there in Elgin Grant as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Elgin Grant village has a total of 114 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Elgin Grant as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Elgin Grant is 40.70%. The male literacy rate is 49.45%, while the female literacy rate is 31.02%.