Narainchara Grant - Silchar, Cachar
Narainchara Grant is a village situated in the Silchar subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 435 km from Silchar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Borkhola serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Narainchara Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narainchara Grant is 299149. The village covers a total geographical area of 397.34 hectares and falls under the 788007 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Narainchara 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 Narainchara Grant
According to the 2011 Census, Narainchara Grant village had a total population of 1,118 people, including 559 males and 559 females, living in 243 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.66%, with male literacy at 69.13% and female literacy at 60.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 1,118 | 559 | 559 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 112 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 25 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 580 | 309 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 538 | 250 | 288 |
Nearby Villages of Narainchara Grant
Narainchara 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 Narainchara Grant
Public transport in the Narainchara Grant is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Narainchara Grant.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silchar to Narainchara Grant is about 39 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 Narainchara Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narainchara Grant 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Narainchara 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 Narainchara Grant village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Narainchara Grant
Where is Narainchara Grant located?
Narainchara Grant village is located in Silchar Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Narainchara Grant?
The Gaon Panchayat of Narainchara Grant is Borkhola.
What is the pincode of Narainchara Grant?
The pincode of Narainchara Grant is 788007.
What is the population of Narainchara Grant?
Narainchara Grant had a total population of 1,118, including 559 males and 559 females.
How many households are there in Narainchara Grant?
Narainchara Grant had 243 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narainchara Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narainchara Grant was 64.66%. Male literacy was 69.13% and female literacy was 60.22%.