Tilanagar - Sonai, Cachar
Tilanagar is a village situated in the Sonai subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 385 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonai and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Mathurapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tilanagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tilanagar is 299631. The village covers a total geographical area of 155 hectares and falls under the 788120 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town.
Tilanagar 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 Tilanagar
According to the 2011 Census, Tilanagar village had a total population of 833 people, including 444 males and 389 females, living in 179 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.62%, with male literacy at 80.85% and female literacy at 61.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 26.
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 | 833 | 444 | 389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 89 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 30 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 482 | 287 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 351 | 157 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Tilanagar
Tilanagar 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 Tilanagar
Tilanagar 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 Tilanagar 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 Tilanagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tilanagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tilanagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tilanagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tilanagar
Where is Tilanagar located?
Tilanagar village is located in Sonai Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tilanagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Tilanagar is Mathurapur.
What is the pincode of Tilanagar?
The pincode of Tilanagar is 788120.
What is the population of Tilanagar?
Tilanagar had a total population of 833, including 444 males and 389 females.
How many households are there in Tilanagar?
Tilanagar had 179 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tilanagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tilanagar was 71.62%. Male literacy was 80.85% and female literacy was 61.32%.