Indragarh Block - Silchar, Cachar
Indragarh Block 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. Indragorh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Indragarh Block village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Indragarh Block is 299254. The village covers a total geographical area of 287.05 hectares and falls under the 788015 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Indragarh Block 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 Indragarh Block
As per Census 2011, Indragarh Block village has a total population of 585 people, consisting of 299 males and 286 females. The village has 133 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 395 literate and 190 illiterate residents. Additionally, 275 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Indragarh Block are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 585 | 299 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 43 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 275 | 142 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 395 | 216 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 83 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Indragarh Block
Indragarh Block 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 Indragarh Block
Indragarh Block is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Indragarh Block.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Indragarh Block is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Indragarh Block is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Indragarh Block
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Indragarh Block 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 Indragarh Block
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Indragarh Block village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Indragarh Block
Where is Indragarh Block located?
Indragarh Block village is located in Silchar Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Indragarh Block?
The Gram Panchayat of Indragarh Block is Indragorh.
What is the pincode of Indragarh Block?
The pincode of Indragarh Block is 788015.
What is the population of Indragarh Block?
Indragarh Block has a total population of 585, including 299 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Indragarh Block?
There are 133 households in Indragarh Block.
What is the literacy rate in Indragarh Block?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Indragarh Block is 67.52%. Male literacy is 72.24% and female literacy is 62.59%.