Merua Grant - Silchar, Cachar
Merua 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 Gaon Panchayat for Merua Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Merua Grant is 299282. The village covers a total geographical area of 713.26 hectares and falls under the 788015 pincode. Sichar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Merua Grant village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President 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 Merua Grant
According to the 2011 Census, Merua Grant village had a total population of 2,611 people, including 1,357 males and 1,254 females, living in 553 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.97%, with male literacy at 74.98% and female literacy at 56.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 807.
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 | 2,611 | 1,357 | 1,254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 460 | 242 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 807 | 436 | 371 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,419 | 836 | 583 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,192 | 521 | 671 |
Nearby Villages of Merua Grant
Merua 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 Merua Grant
Public transport in the Merua Grant is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Sichar to Merua Grant is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Merua Grant is about 2 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Merua Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Merua Grant village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Merua 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 Merua 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 Merua Grant
Where is Merua Grant located?
Merua Grant village is located in Silchar Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Merua Grant?
The Gaon Panchayat of Merua Grant is Kathal.
What is the pincode of Merua Grant?
The pincode of Merua Grant is 788015.
What is the population of Merua Grant?
Merua Grant had a total population of 2,611, including 1,357 males and 1,254 females.
How many households are there in Merua Grant?
Merua Grant had 553 households.
What is the literacy rate in Merua Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Merua Grant was 65.97%. Male literacy was 74.98% and female literacy was 56.27%.