Ganganagar Pt IX - Sonai, Cachar
Ganganagar Pt IX is a village situated in the Sonai subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 401 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonai and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Krishnapur Ganganagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganganagar Pt IX village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganganagar Pt IX is 299563. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.07 hectares and falls under the 788099 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Ganganagar Pt IX 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 Ganganagar Pt IX
According to the 2011 Census, Ganganagar Pt IX village had a total population of 608 people, including 323 males and 285 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 882 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.03%, with male literacy at 77.69% and female literacy at 65.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 214.
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 | 608 | 323 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 63 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 214 | 114 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 358 | 202 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 121 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Ganganagar Pt IX
Ganganagar Pt IX 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 Ganganagar Pt IX
Ganganagar Pt IX is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Ganganagar Pt IX is about 38 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 Ganganagar Pt IX
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganganagar Pt IX 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ganganagar Pt IX
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganganagar Pt IX village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ganganagar Pt IX
Where is Ganganagar Pt IX located?
Ganganagar Pt IX village is located in Sonai Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganganagar Pt IX?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganganagar Pt IX is Krishnapur Ganganagar.
What is the pincode of Ganganagar Pt IX?
The pincode of Ganganagar Pt IX is 788099.
What is the population of Ganganagar Pt IX?
Ganganagar Pt IX had a total population of 608, including 323 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Ganganagar Pt IX?
Ganganagar Pt IX had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganganagar Pt IX?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganganagar Pt IX was 72.03%. Male literacy was 77.69% and female literacy was 65.82%.