Jalengachara Grant - Silchar, Cachar
Jalengachara Grant is a village situated in the Silchar subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 33 km from Silchar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Sonachera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jalengachara Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalengachara Grant is 299350. The village covers a total geographical area of 938.3 hectares and falls under the 788015 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Jalengachara 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 Dholai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jalengachara Grant
According to the 2011 Census, Jalengachara Grant village had a total population of 266 people, including 127 males and 139 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 1,094 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.73%, with male literacy at 52.78% and female literacy at 27.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31.
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 | 266 | 127 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 19 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 57 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 70 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Jalengachara Grant
Jalengachara 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 Jalengachara Grant
Public transport in the Jalengachara Grant is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silchar to Jalengachara Grant is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalengachara Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalengachara Grant village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jalengachara 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 Jalengachara Grant village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jalengachara Grant
Where is Jalengachara Grant located?
Jalengachara Grant village is located in Silchar Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalengachara Grant?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalengachara Grant is Sonachera.
What is the pincode of Jalengachara Grant?
The pincode of Jalengachara Grant is 788015.
What is the population of Jalengachara Grant?
Jalengachara Grant had a total population of 266, including 127 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Jalengachara Grant?
Jalengachara Grant had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jalengachara Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalengachara Grant was 39.73%. Male literacy was 52.78% and female literacy was 27.03%.