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 Gram 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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Dharmikhal Grant village has a total population of 7,146 people, consisting of 3,656 males and 3,490 females. The village has 1,681 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 936 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,207 literate and 1,939 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,289 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharmikhal Grant are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Dharmikhal Grant?
The Gram 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 has a total population of 7,146, including 3,656 males and 3,490 females.
How many households are there in Dharmikhal Grant?
There are 1,681 households in Dharmikhal Grant.
What is the literacy rate in Dharmikhal Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharmikhal Grant is 72.87%. Male literacy is 75.71% and female literacy is 69.89%.