Srikona Grant - Silchar, Cachar
Srikona 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. Indragorh serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Srikona Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Srikona Grant is 299248. The village covers a total geographical area of 347.07 hectares and falls under the 788026 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Srikona 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 Srikona Grant
According to the 2011 Census, Srikona Grant village had a total population of 6,429 people, including 3,274 males and 3,155 females, living in 1,389 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.20%, with male literacy at 84.41% and female literacy at 73.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3,246, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 53.
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 | 6,429 | 3,274 | 3,155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 982 | 491 | 491 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,246 | 1,681 | 1,565 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 17 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 4,314 | 2,349 | 1,965 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,115 | 925 | 1,190 |
Nearby Villages of Srikona Grant
Srikona 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 Srikona Grant
Public transport in the Srikona Grant is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Srikona Grant.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Srikona Grant is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Srikona Grant is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Srikona Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Srikona Grant village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Srikona 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 Srikona 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Srikona Grant
Where is Srikona Grant located?
Srikona Grant village is located in Silchar Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Srikona Grant?
The Gaon Panchayat of Srikona Grant is Indragorh.
What is the pincode of Srikona Grant?
The pincode of Srikona Grant is 788026.
What is the population of Srikona Grant?
Srikona Grant had a total population of 6,429, including 3,274 males and 3,155 females.
How many households are there in Srikona Grant?
Srikona Grant had 1,389 households.
What is the literacy rate in Srikona Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Srikona Grant was 79.20%. Male literacy was 84.41% and female literacy was 73.76%.