159 No. Grant - Nazira, Sivasagar
159 No. Grant is a village situated in the Nazira subdivision of Sivasagar district, Assam. Bihubor serves as the Gram Panchayat for 159 No. Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of 159 No. Grant is 292911. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.71 hectares and falls under the 785685 pincode. Simaluguri is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
159 No. 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 Nazira Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of 159 No. Grant
As per Census 2011, 159 No. Grant village has a total population of 530 people, consisting of 275 males and 255 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 212 literate and 318 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for 159 No. Grant are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 530 | 275 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 44 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 126 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 149 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of 159 No. Grant
159 No. 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 159 No. Grant
159 No. Grant is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of 159 No. 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 Simaluguri to 159 No. Grant is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to 159 No. Grant is about 27 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 159 No. Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for 159 No. Grant village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in 159 No. 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 159 No. 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 159 No. Grant
Where is 159 No. Grant located?
159 No. Grant village is located in Nazira Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of 159 No. Grant?
The Gram Panchayat of 159 No. Grant is Bihubor.
What is the pincode of 159 No. Grant?
The pincode of 159 No. Grant is 785685.
What is the population of 159 No. Grant?
159 No. Grant has a total population of 530, including 275 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in 159 No. Grant?
There are 126 households in 159 No. Grant.
What is the literacy rate in 159 No. Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of 159 No. Grant is 40.00%. Male literacy is 45.82% and female literacy is 33.73%.