Dholidahar Grant - Algapur, Hailakandi
Dholidahar Grant is a village situated in the Algapur subdivision of Hailakandi district, Assam. Chiparsangan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dholidahar Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dholidahar Grant is 300919. The village covers a total geographical area of 533.05 hectares and falls under the 788816 pincode. Hailakandi is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Dholidahar 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 Algapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karimganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dholidahar Grant
According to the 2011 Census, Dholidahar Grant village had a total population of 2,537 people, including 1,273 males and 1,264 females, living in 494 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.44%, with male literacy at 59.66% and female literacy at 51.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 2,537 | 1,273 | 1,264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 450 | 217 | 233 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,157 | 630 | 527 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,380 | 643 | 737 |
Nearby Villages of Dholidahar Grant
Dholidahar 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 Dholidahar Grant
Public transport in the Dholidahar Grant is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Hailakandi to Dholidahar Grant is about 18 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 Dholidahar Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dholidahar Grant village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dholidahar 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 Dholidahar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dholidahar Grant
Where is Dholidahar Grant located?
Dholidahar Grant village is located in Algapur Subdivision, Hailakandi district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dholidahar Grant?
The Gram Panchayat of Dholidahar Grant is Chiparsangan.
What is the pincode of Dholidahar Grant?
The pincode of Dholidahar Grant is 788816.
What is the population of Dholidahar Grant?
Dholidahar Grant had a total population of 2,537, including 1,273 males and 1,264 females.
How many households are there in Dholidahar Grant?
Dholidahar Grant had 494 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dholidahar Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dholidahar Grant was 55.44%. Male literacy was 59.66% and female literacy was 51.12%.