Smithpur Grant - Nazira, Sivasagar
Smithpur Grant is a village situated in the Nazira subdivision of Sivasagar district, Assam. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nazira and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Sivasagar. Galeky serves as the Gram Panchayat for Smithpur Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Smithpur Grant is 292842. The village covers a total geographical area of 155.76 hectares and falls under the 785701 pincode. Nazira is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Smithpur 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 Smithpur Grant
As per Census 2011, Smithpur Grant village has a total population of 1,165 people, consisting of 588 males and 577 females. The village has 238 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 191 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 470 literate and 695 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Smithpur Grant are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,165 | 588 | 577 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 95 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 470 | 303 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 695 | 285 | 410 |
Nearby Villages of Smithpur Grant
Smithpur 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 Smithpur Grant
Smithpur Grant is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Nazira to Smithpur Grant is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Smithpur Grant is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Smithpur Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Smithpur Grant village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Smithpur 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 Smithpur Grant village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Smithpur Grant
Where is Smithpur Grant located?
Smithpur Grant village is located in Nazira Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Smithpur Grant?
The Gram Panchayat of Smithpur Grant is Galeky.
What is the pincode of Smithpur Grant?
The pincode of Smithpur Grant is 785701.
What is the population of Smithpur Grant?
Smithpur Grant has a total population of 1,165, including 588 males and 577 females.
How many households are there in Smithpur Grant?
There are 238 households in Smithpur Grant.
What is the literacy rate in Smithpur Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Smithpur Grant is 40.34%. Male literacy is 51.53% and female literacy is 28.94%.