Dafalating Grant - Titabor, Jorhat
Dafalating Grant is a village situated in the Titabor subdivision of Jorhat district, Assam. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Titabor and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Jorhat. Birinasayek serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Dafalating Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dafalating Grant is 293979. The village covers a total geographical area of 270.3 hectares and falls under the 785632 pincode. Titabor is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dafalating 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 Dafalating Grant
According to the 2011 Census, Dafalating Grant village had a total population of 1,072 people, including 569 males and 503 females, living in 219 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.58%, with male literacy at 69.84% and female literacy at 54.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 79, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 1,072 | 569 | 503 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 65 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 592 | 352 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 480 | 217 | 263 |
Nearby Villages of Dafalating Grant
Dafalating 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 Dafalating Grant
Dafalating 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 5-10 km of Dafalating 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Titabor to Dafalating Grant is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jorhat to Dafalating 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 Dafalating Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dafalating Grant village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dafalating 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 Dafalating 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dafalating Grant
Where is Dafalating Grant located?
Dafalating Grant village is located in Titabor Subdivision, Jorhat district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Dafalating Grant?
The Gaon Panchayat of Dafalating Grant is Birinasayek.
What is the pincode of Dafalating Grant?
The pincode of Dafalating Grant is 785632.
What is the population of Dafalating Grant?
Dafalating Grant had a total population of 1,072, including 569 males and 503 females.
How many households are there in Dafalating Grant?
Dafalating Grant had 219 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dafalating Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dafalating Grant was 62.58%. Male literacy was 69.84% and female literacy was 54.30%.