Craigpark Bagicha - Katigora, Cachar
Craigpark Bagicha is a village situated in the Katigora subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 333 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katigora and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Gumrah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Craigpark Bagicha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Craigpark Bagicha is 299026. The village covers a total geographical area of 670.12 hectares and falls under the 788115 pincode. Badarpur is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Craigpark Bagicha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katigorah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Craigpark Bagicha
According to the 2011 Census, Craigpark Bagicha village had a total population of 1,560 people, including 806 males and 754 females, living in 361 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.78%, with male literacy at 71.36% and female literacy at 35.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50.
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 | 1,560 | 806 | 754 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 326 | 146 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 676 | 471 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 884 | 335 | 549 |
Nearby Villages of Craigpark Bagicha
Craigpark Bagicha 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 Craigpark Bagicha
Craigpark Bagicha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Badarpur to Craigpark Bagicha is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Craigpark Bagicha is about 40 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 Craigpark Bagicha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Craigpark Bagicha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Craigpark Bagicha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Craigpark Bagicha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Craigpark Bagicha
Where is Craigpark Bagicha located?
Craigpark Bagicha village is located in Katigora Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Craigpark Bagicha?
The Gram Panchayat of Craigpark Bagicha is Gumrah.
What is the pincode of Craigpark Bagicha?
The pincode of Craigpark Bagicha is 788115.
What is the population of Craigpark Bagicha?
Craigpark Bagicha had a total population of 1,560, including 806 males and 754 females.
How many households are there in Craigpark Bagicha?
Craigpark Bagicha had 361 households.
What is the literacy rate in Craigpark Bagicha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Craigpark Bagicha was 54.78%. Male literacy was 71.36% and female literacy was 35.71%.