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.
Elgin Grant has its own place in the vibrant Cachar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
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Population of Elgin Grant
Below is a concise population overview of Elgin Grant as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Elgin Grant village:
- The total population of Elgin Grant village is around 516, including approximately 271 males and 245 females, with a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 75 children aged 0–6 years in Elgin Grant village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Elgin Grant village has 61 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Elgin Grant village is about 40.70%, with male literacy at 49.45% and female literacy at 31.02%.
- There are around 114 households in Elgin Grant village.
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) |
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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%.