No.68/65 Grant - Bihpuria, Lakhimpur
No.68/65 Grant is a village situated in the Bihpuria subdivision of Lakhimpur district, Assam. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bihpuria and around 33 km from the district headquarters in North Lakhimpur. Dikrong serves as the Gram Panchayat for No.68/65 Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of No.68/65 Grant is 287638. The village covers a total geographical area of 257.15 hectares and falls under the 784161 pincode. Bihpuria is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
No.68/65 Grant village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of No.68/65 Grant
According to the 2011 Census, No.68/65 Grant village had a total population of 730 people, including 357 males and 373 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 1,045 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.32%, with male literacy at 81.72% and female literacy at 67.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 173.
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 | 730 | 357 | 373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 67 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 81 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 440 | 237 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 120 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of No.68/65 Grant
No.68/65 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.68/65 Grant
Public transport in the No.68/65 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 Bihpuria to No.68/65 Grant is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from North Lakhimpur to No.68/65 Grant is about 33 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 No.68/65 Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for No.68/65 Grant village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in No.68/65 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.68/65 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 No.68/65 Grant
Where is No.68/65 Grant located?
No.68/65 Grant village is located in Bihpuria Subdivision, Lakhimpur district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of No.68/65 Grant?
The Gram Panchayat of No.68/65 Grant is Dikrong.
What is the pincode of No.68/65 Grant?
The pincode of No.68/65 Grant is 784161.
What is the population of No.68/65 Grant?
No.68/65 Grant had a total population of 730, including 357 males and 373 females.
How many households are there in No.68/65 Grant?
No.68/65 Grant had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in No.68/65 Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of No.68/65 Grant was 74.32%. Male literacy was 81.72% and female literacy was 67.22%.