Salganga Grant - Udarbond, Cachar
Salganga Grant is a village situated in the Udarbond subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. Salganga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salganga Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salganga Grant is 299426. The village covers a total geographical area of 405.6 hectares and falls under the 788031 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Salganga Grant village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udharbond Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salganga Grant
As per Census 2011, Salganga Grant village has a total population of 622 people, consisting of 321 males and 301 females. The village has 135 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 557 literate and 65 illiterate residents. Additionally, 112 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salganga Grant are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 622 | 321 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 60 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 557 | 284 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 37 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Salganga Grant
Salganga Grant 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 Salganga Grant
Salganga Grant 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 | 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 Salganga Grant is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salganga Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salganga Grant village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Salganga Grant
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salganga Grant village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Salganga Grant
Where is Salganga Grant located?
Salganga Grant village is located in Udarbond Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salganga Grant?
The Gram Panchayat of Salganga Grant is Salganga.
What is the pincode of Salganga Grant?
The pincode of Salganga Grant is 788031.
What is the population of Salganga Grant?
Salganga Grant has a total population of 622, including 321 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Salganga Grant?
There are 135 households in Salganga Grant.
What is the literacy rate in Salganga Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salganga Grant is 89.55%. Male literacy is 88.47% and female literacy is 90.70%.