Silcoorie Grant - Silchar, Cachar
Silcoorie Grant is a village situated in the Silchar subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. Chatla Durga Kona serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silcoorie Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silcoorie Grant is 299307. The village covers a total geographical area of 3852.53 hectares and falls under the 788015 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Silcoorie 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 Silcoorie Grant
As per Census 2011, Silcoorie Grant village has a total population of 19,637 people, consisting of 10,087 males and 9,550 females. The village has 4,176 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,257 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 11,703 literate and 7,934 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8,014 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 62 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silcoorie Grant are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 19,637 | 10,087 | 9,550 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,257 | 1,629 | 1,628 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8,014 | 4,106 | 3,908 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 35 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 11,703 | 6,615 | 5,088 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,934 | 3,472 | 4,462 |
Nearby Villages of Silcoorie Grant
Silcoorie 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 Silcoorie Grant
Silcoorie Grant is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silchar to Silcoorie Grant is about 15 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 Silcoorie Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silcoorie 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Silcoorie 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 Silcoorie Grant village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Silcoorie Grant
Where is Silcoorie Grant located?
Silcoorie Grant village is located in Silchar Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silcoorie Grant?
The Gram Panchayat of Silcoorie Grant is Chatla Durga Kona.
What is the pincode of Silcoorie Grant?
The pincode of Silcoorie Grant is 788015.
What is the population of Silcoorie Grant?
Silcoorie Grant has a total population of 19,637, including 10,087 males and 9,550 females.
How many households are there in Silcoorie Grant?
There are 4,176 households in Silcoorie Grant.
What is the literacy rate in Silcoorie Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silcoorie Grant is 59.60%. Male literacy is 65.58% and female literacy is 53.28%.