Kharjan Grant - Chabua, Dibrugarh
Kharjan Grant is a village situated in the Chabua subdivision of Dibrugarh district, Assam. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chabua and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Dibrugarh. Bindhakotta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharjan Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharjan Grant is 291401. The village covers a total geographical area of 422.27 hectares and falls under the 786184 pincode. Chabua is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Kharjan 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 Lahowal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dibrugarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kharjan Grant
According to the 2011 Census, Kharjan Grant village had a total population of 1,431 people, including 693 males and 738 females, living in 287 households. The sex ratio was 1,065 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.50%, with male literacy at 42.60% and female literacy at 24.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 1,431 | 693 | 738 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 92 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 1 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 411 | 256 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,020 | 437 | 583 |
Nearby Villages of Kharjan Grant
Kharjan 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 Kharjan Grant
Kharjan Grant is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kharjan Grant.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chabua to Kharjan Grant is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dibrugarh to Kharjan Grant is about 39 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 Kharjan Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharjan 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 Kharjan 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 Kharjan 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kharjan Grant
Where is Kharjan Grant located?
Kharjan Grant village is located in Chabua Subdivision, Dibrugarh district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharjan Grant?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharjan Grant is Bindhakotta.
What is the pincode of Kharjan Grant?
The pincode of Kharjan Grant is 786184.
What is the population of Kharjan Grant?
Kharjan Grant had a total population of 1,431, including 693 males and 738 females.
How many households are there in Kharjan Grant?
Kharjan Grant had 287 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharjan Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharjan Grant was 33.50%. Male literacy was 42.60% and female literacy was 24.76%.