No.16 Grant - Mariani, Jorhat
No.16 Grant is a village situated in the Mariani subdivision of Jorhat district, Assam. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mariani and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Jorhat. Uttar Garamur Bagicha serves as the Gaon Panchayat for No.16 Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of No.16 Grant is 294137. The village covers a total geographical area of 197.28 hectares and falls under the 785634 pincode. Mariani is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
No.16 Grant village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Titabar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of No.16 Grant
According to the 2011 Census, No.16 Grant village had a total population of 1,062 people, including 497 males and 565 females, living in 205 households. The sex ratio was 1,137 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.96%, with male literacy at 62.91% and female literacy at 34.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 1,062 | 497 | 565 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 71 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 435 | 268 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 627 | 229 | 398 |
Nearby Villages of No.16 Grant
No.16 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 No.16 Grant
Public transport in the No.16 Grant is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of No.16 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mariani to No.16 Grant is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jorhat to No.16 Grant is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in No.16 Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for No.16 Grant village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in No.16 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 No.16 Grant village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about No.16 Grant
Where is No.16 Grant located?
No.16 Grant village is located in Mariani Subdivision, Jorhat district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of No.16 Grant?
The Gaon Panchayat of No.16 Grant is Uttar Garamur Bagicha.
What is the pincode of No.16 Grant?
The pincode of No.16 Grant is 785634.
What is the population of No.16 Grant?
No.16 Grant had a total population of 1,062, including 497 males and 565 females.
How many households are there in No.16 Grant?
No.16 Grant had 205 households.
What is the literacy rate in No.16 Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of No.16 Grant was 47.96%. Male literacy was 62.91% and female literacy was 34.72%.