Gajalghat - Sonai, Cachar
Gajalghat is a village situated in the Sonai subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 380 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonai and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Jibangram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gajalghat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gajalghat is 299629. The village covers a total geographical area of 136.97 hectares and falls under the 788114 pincode.
Gajalghat 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 Gajalghat
As per Census 2011, Gajalghat village has a total population of 963 people, consisting of 458 males and 505 females. The village has 217 households and a sex ratio of 1,102 females per 1,000 males. There are 121 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 771 literate and 192 illiterate residents. Additionally, 744 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gajalghat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 963 | 458 | 505 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 63 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 744 | 349 | 395 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 771 | 367 | 404 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 91 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Gajalghat
Gajalghat 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 Gajalghat
Gajalghat 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Silchar to Gajalghat is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gajalghat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gajalghat 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 Gajalghat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gajalghat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gajalghat
Where is Gajalghat located?
Gajalghat village is located in Sonai Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gajalghat?
The Gram Panchayat of Gajalghat is Jibangram.
What is the pincode of Gajalghat?
The pincode of Gajalghat is 788114.
What is the population of Gajalghat?
Gajalghat has a total population of 963, including 458 males and 505 females.
How many households are there in Gajalghat?
There are 217 households in Gajalghat.
What is the literacy rate in Gajalghat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gajalghat is 80.06%. Male literacy is 80.13% and female literacy is 80.00%.