Ganganagar Pt VIII - Sonai, Cachar
Ganganagar Pt VIII is a village situated in the Sonai subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 399 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonai and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Krishnapur Ganganagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganganagar Pt VIII village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganganagar Pt VIII is 299561. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.62 hectares and falls under the 788099 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Ganganagar Pt VIII 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 VIII
As per Census 2011, Ganganagar Pt VIII village has a total population of 658 people, consisting of 340 males and 318 females. The village has 143 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 473 literate and 185 illiterate residents. Additionally, 494 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganganagar Pt VIII are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 658 | 340 | 318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 55 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 494 | 259 | 235 |
| Literate Population | 473 | 250 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 90 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Ganganagar Pt VIII
Ganganagar Pt VIII 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 VIII
Ganganagar Pt VIII 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 VIII is about 36 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 VIII
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganganagar Pt VIII village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ganganagar Pt VIII
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 VIII 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ganganagar Pt VIII
Where is Ganganagar Pt VIII located?
Ganganagar Pt VIII village is located in Sonai Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganganagar Pt VIII?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganganagar Pt VIII is Krishnapur Ganganagar.
What is the pincode of Ganganagar Pt VIII?
The pincode of Ganganagar Pt VIII is 788099.
What is the population of Ganganagar Pt VIII?
Ganganagar Pt VIII has a total population of 658, including 340 males and 318 females.
How many households are there in Ganganagar Pt VIII?
There are 143 households in Ganganagar Pt VIII.
What is the literacy rate in Ganganagar Pt VIII?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganganagar Pt VIII is 71.88%. Male literacy is 73.53% and female literacy is 70.13%.