Masimpur Grant - Silchar, Cachar
Masimpur Grant is a village situated in the Silchar subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 412 km from Silchar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Masimpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Masimpur Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Masimpur Grant is 299196. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.32 hectares and falls under the 788026 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Masimpur 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 Masimpur Grant
As per Census 2011, Masimpur Grant village has a total population of 1,771 people, consisting of 1,193 males and 578 females. The village has 317 households and a sex ratio of 484 females per 1,000 males. There are 212 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,380 literate and 391 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Masimpur Grant are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,771 | 1,193 | 578 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 109 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,380 | 1,012 | 368 |
| Illiterate Population | 391 | 181 | 210 |
Nearby Villages of Masimpur Grant
Masimpur 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 Masimpur Grant
Public transport in the Masimpur Grant is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Masimpur Grant.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Masimpur Grant is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Masimpur Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Masimpur 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Masimpur 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 Masimpur Grant village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Masimpur Grant
Where is Masimpur Grant located?
Masimpur Grant village is located in Silchar Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Masimpur Grant?
The Gram Panchayat of Masimpur Grant is Masimpur.
What is the pincode of Masimpur Grant?
The pincode of Masimpur Grant is 788026.
What is the population of Masimpur Grant?
Masimpur Grant has a total population of 1,771, including 1,193 males and 578 females.
How many households are there in Masimpur Grant?
There are 317 households in Masimpur Grant.
What is the literacy rate in Masimpur Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Masimpur Grant is 77.92%. Male literacy is 84.83% and female literacy is 63.67%.