Banfera Grant - Sonari, Charaideo
Banfera Grant is a village situated in the Sonari subdivision of Charaideo district, Assam. It is located approximately 0.5 km from Sonari and around 50 km from Sivasagar. Bhoju serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banfera Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banfera Grant is 293025. The village covers a total geographical area of 261.97 hectares and falls under the 785689 pincode. Sonari is the nearest town, located about 0.5 km away.
Banfera 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 Sonari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banfera Grant
According to the 2011 Census, Banfera Grant village had a total population of 576 people, including 323 males and 253 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 783 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.07%, with male literacy at 79.15% and female literacy at 61.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 576 | 323 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 64 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 339 | 205 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 118 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Banfera Grant
Banfera 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 Banfera Grant
Banfera Grant is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Banfera Grant.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonari to Banfera Grant is about 0.5 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Banfera Grant is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banfera Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banfera Grant village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Banfera 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 Banfera Grant village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Banfera Grant
Where is Banfera Grant located?
Banfera Grant village is located in Sonari Subdivision, Charaideo district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banfera Grant?
The Gram Panchayat of Banfera Grant is Bhoju.
What is the pincode of Banfera Grant?
The pincode of Banfera Grant is 785689.
What is the population of Banfera Grant?
Banfera Grant had a total population of 576, including 323 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Banfera Grant?
Banfera Grant had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banfera Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banfera Grant was 71.07%. Male literacy was 79.15% and female literacy was 61.47%.