Khowang Grant - Tingkhong, Dibrugarh
Khowang Grant is a village situated in the Tingkhong subdivision of Dibrugarh district, Assam. Dhaman Ouguri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khowang Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khowang Grant is 292032. The village covers a total geographical area of 116.6 hectares and falls under the 786611 pincode. Naharkatia is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Khowang Grant village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khowang Grant
According to the 2011 Census, Khowang Grant village had a total population of 608 people, including 308 males and 300 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.72%, with male literacy at 91.79% and female literacy at 85.71%.
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 | 608 | 308 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 40 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 480 | 246 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 62 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Khowang Grant
Khowang 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 Khowang Grant
Khowang Grant is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Naharkatia to Khowang Grant is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dibrugarh to Khowang Grant is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khowang Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khowang Grant 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 Khowang 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 Khowang Grant village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khowang Grant
Where is Khowang Grant located?
Khowang Grant village is located in Tingkhong Subdivision, Dibrugarh district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khowang Grant?
The Gram Panchayat of Khowang Grant is Dhaman Ouguri.
What is the pincode of Khowang Grant?
The pincode of Khowang Grant is 786611.
What is the population of Khowang Grant?
Khowang Grant had a total population of 608, including 308 males and 300 females.
How many households are there in Khowang Grant?
Khowang Grant had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khowang Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khowang Grant was 88.72%. Male literacy was 91.79% and female literacy was 85.71%.