Lantugram - Sonai, Cachar
Lantugram 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 27 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Dholai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lantugram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lantugram is 299633. The village covers a total geographical area of 142 hectares and falls under the 788114 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Lantugram 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 Lantugram
As per Census 2011, Lantugram village has a total population of 880 people, consisting of 429 males and 451 females. The village has 209 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 788 literate and 92 illiterate residents. Additionally, 78 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 82 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lantugram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 880 | 429 | 451 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 43 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 39 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 36 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 788 | 382 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 47 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Lantugram
Lantugram 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 Lantugram
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Lantugram.
| 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 Lantugram is about 27 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 Lantugram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lantugram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lantugram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lantugram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lantugram
Where is Lantugram located?
Lantugram village is located in Sonai Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lantugram?
The Gram Panchayat of Lantugram is Dholai.
What is the pincode of Lantugram?
The pincode of Lantugram is 788114.
What is the population of Lantugram?
Lantugram has a total population of 880, including 429 males and 451 females.
How many households are there in Lantugram?
There are 209 households in Lantugram.
What is the literacy rate in Lantugram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lantugram is 89.55%. Male literacy is 89.04% and female literacy is 90.02%.