Craigpark Mikir Punjee - Katigora, Cachar
Craigpark Mikir Punjee is a village situated in the Katigora subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 335 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katigora and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Gumrah serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Craigpark Mikir Punjee village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Craigpark Mikir Punjee is 299046. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 788115 pincode. Badarpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Craigpark Mikir Punjee village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President 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 Mikir Punjee
According to the 2011 Census, Craigpark Mikir Punjee village had a total population of 305 people, including 153 males and 152 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.44%, with male literacy at 52.42% and female literacy at 34.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 305 | 153 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 29 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 65 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 199 | 88 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Craigpark Mikir Punjee
Craigpark Mikir Punjee 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 Mikir Punjee
Craigpark Mikir Punjee 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badarpur to Craigpark Mikir Punjee is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Craigpark Mikir Punjee is about 35 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 Mikir Punjee
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Craigpark Mikir Punjee 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 Mikir Punjee
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 Mikir Punjee 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Craigpark Mikir Punjee
Where is Craigpark Mikir Punjee located?
Craigpark Mikir Punjee village is located in Katigora Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Craigpark Mikir Punjee?
The Gaon Panchayat of Craigpark Mikir Punjee is Gumrah.
What is the pincode of Craigpark Mikir Punjee?
The pincode of Craigpark Mikir Punjee is 788115.
What is the population of Craigpark Mikir Punjee?
Craigpark Mikir Punjee had a total population of 305, including 153 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Craigpark Mikir Punjee?
Craigpark Mikir Punjee had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Craigpark Mikir Punjee?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Craigpark Mikir Punjee was 43.44%. Male literacy was 52.42% and female literacy was 34.17%.