Seleng Grant - Teok, Jorhat
Seleng Grant is a village situated in the Teok subdivision of Jorhat district, Assam. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Teok and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Jorhat. Seleng serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Seleng Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Seleng Grant is 293853. The village covers a total geographical area of 179.08 hectares and falls under the 785636 pincode. Amguri is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Seleng 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 Mariani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Seleng Grant
According to the 2011 Census, Seleng Grant village had a total population of 2,409 people, including 1,205 males and 1,204 females, living in 568 households. The sex ratio was 999 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.78%, with male literacy at 79.32% and female literacy at 52.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37.
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 | 2,409 | 1,205 | 1,204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 349 | 180 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,355 | 813 | 542 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,054 | 392 | 662 |
Nearby Villages of Seleng Grant
Seleng 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 Seleng Grant
Seleng Grant is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Seleng Grant.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Amguri to Seleng Grant is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jorhat to Seleng Grant is about 30 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 Seleng Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Seleng 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Seleng 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 Seleng 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Seleng Grant
Where is Seleng Grant located?
Seleng Grant village is located in Teok Subdivision, Jorhat district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Seleng Grant?
The Gaon Panchayat of Seleng Grant is Seleng.
What is the pincode of Seleng Grant?
The pincode of Seleng Grant is 785636.
What is the population of Seleng Grant?
Seleng Grant had a total population of 2,409, including 1,205 males and 1,204 females.
How many households are there in Seleng Grant?
Seleng Grant had 568 households.
What is the literacy rate in Seleng Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Seleng Grant was 65.78%. Male literacy was 79.32% and female literacy was 52.37%.