Kathal Grant - Silchar, Cachar
Kathal 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. Kathal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kathal Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathal Grant is 299283. The village covers a total geographical area of 753.38 hectares and falls under the 788007 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kathal 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 Kathal Grant
As per Census 2011, Kathal Grant village has a total population of 6,613 people, consisting of 3,419 males and 3,194 females. The village has 1,376 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,192 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,028 literate and 3,585 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 40 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kathal Grant are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,613 | 3,419 | 3,194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,192 | 640 | 552 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,114 | 1,616 | 1,498 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 3,028 | 1,775 | 1,253 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,585 | 1,644 | 1,941 |
Nearby Villages of Kathal Grant
Kathal 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 Kathal Grant
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kathal Grant.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silchar to Kathal Grant is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Kathal Grant is about 5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kathal Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathal Grant village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kathal 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 Kathal 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 Kathal Grant
Where is Kathal Grant located?
Kathal Grant village is located in Silchar Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kathal Grant?
The Gram Panchayat of Kathal Grant is Kathal.
What is the pincode of Kathal Grant?
The pincode of Kathal Grant is 788007.
What is the population of Kathal Grant?
Kathal Grant has a total population of 6,613, including 3,419 males and 3,194 females.
How many households are there in Kathal Grant?
There are 1,376 households in Kathal Grant.
What is the literacy rate in Kathal Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathal Grant is 45.79%. Male literacy is 51.92% and female literacy is 39.23%.