Gatanga Grant - Titabor, Jorhat
Gatanga Grant is a village situated in the Titabor subdivision of Jorhat district, Assam. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Titabor and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Jorhat. Dakhin Thengal Khongia Bagicha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gatanga Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gatanga Grant is 293922. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.79 hectares and falls under the 785630 pincode. Titabor is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Gatanga 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 Titabar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gatanga Grant
As per Census 2011, Gatanga Grant village has a total population of 637 people, consisting of 329 males and 308 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 180 literate and 457 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gatanga Grant are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 637 | 329 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 51 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 180 | 110 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 457 | 219 | 238 |
Nearby Villages of Gatanga Grant
Gatanga 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 Gatanga Grant
Gatanga Grant is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Gatanga Grant has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Titabor to Gatanga Grant is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jorhat to Gatanga Grant is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gatanga Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gatanga 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gatanga 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 Gatanga 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gatanga Grant
Where is Gatanga Grant located?
Gatanga Grant village is located in Titabor Subdivision, Jorhat district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gatanga Grant?
The Gram Panchayat of Gatanga Grant is Dakhin Thengal Khongia Bagicha.
What is the pincode of Gatanga Grant?
The pincode of Gatanga Grant is 785630.
What is the population of Gatanga Grant?
Gatanga Grant has a total population of 637, including 329 males and 308 females.
How many households are there in Gatanga Grant?
There are 142 households in Gatanga Grant.
What is the literacy rate in Gatanga Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gatanga Grant is 28.26%. Male literacy is 33.43% and female literacy is 22.73%.