Dharmikhal Grant - Sonai, Cachar
Dharmikhal Grant is a village situated in the Sonai subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 372 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonai and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Darmikhal serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Dharmikhal Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharmikhal Grant is 299607. The village covers a total geographical area of 1100.25 hectares and falls under the 788116 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Dharmikhal 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 Dholai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharmikhal Grant
According to the 2011 Census, Dharmikhal Grant village had a total population of 7,146 people, including 3,656 males and 3,490 females, living in 1,681 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.85%, with male literacy at 87.43% and female literacy at 80.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3,289, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 28.
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 | 7,146 | 3,656 | 3,490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 936 | 490 | 446 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,289 | 1,723 | 1,566 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 11 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 5,207 | 2,768 | 2,439 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,939 | 888 | 1,051 |
Nearby Villages of Dharmikhal Grant
Dharmikhal 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 Dharmikhal Grant
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dharmikhal Grant.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silchar to Dharmikhal Grant is about 35 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 Dharmikhal Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharmikhal Grant village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dharmikhal 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 Dharmikhal 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 Dharmikhal Grant
Where is Dharmikhal Grant located?
Dharmikhal Grant village is located in Sonai Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Dharmikhal Grant?
The Gaon Panchayat of Dharmikhal Grant is Darmikhal.
What is the pincode of Dharmikhal Grant?
The pincode of Dharmikhal Grant is 788116.
What is the population of Dharmikhal Grant?
Dharmikhal Grant had a total population of 7,146, including 3,656 males and 3,490 females.
How many households are there in Dharmikhal Grant?
Dharmikhal Grant had 1,681 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharmikhal Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharmikhal Grant was 83.85%. Male literacy was 87.43% and female literacy was 80.12%.