Dam Cherra Khasie Punjee - Katigora, Cachar
Dam Cherra Khasie Punjee is a village situated in the Katigora subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 340 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katigora and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Mahadevpur serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Dam Cherra Khasie Punjee village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dam Cherra Khasie Punjee is 299043. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 788115 pincode. Badarpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dam Cherra Khasie 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 Dam Cherra Khasie Punjee
According to the 2011 Census, Dam Cherra Khasie Punjee village had a total population of 110 people, including 56 males and 54 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.93%, with male literacy at 78.05% and female literacy at 64.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 110 | 56 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 24 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Dam Cherra Khasie Punjee
Dam Cherra Khasie 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 Dam Cherra Khasie Punjee
Public transport in the Dam Cherra Khasie Punjee 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 Dam Cherra Khasie Punjee is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Dam Cherra Khasie Punjee is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dam Cherra Khasie Punjee
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dam Cherra Khasie 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 Dam Cherra Khasie 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 Dam Cherra Khasie Punjee village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dam Cherra Khasie Punjee
Where is Dam Cherra Khasie Punjee located?
Dam Cherra Khasie Punjee village is located in Katigora Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Dam Cherra Khasie Punjee?
The Gaon Panchayat of Dam Cherra Khasie Punjee is Mahadevpur.
What is the pincode of Dam Cherra Khasie Punjee?
The pincode of Dam Cherra Khasie Punjee is 788115.
What is the population of Dam Cherra Khasie Punjee?
Dam Cherra Khasie Punjee had a total population of 110, including 56 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Dam Cherra Khasie Punjee?
Dam Cherra Khasie Punjee had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dam Cherra Khasie Punjee?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dam Cherra Khasie Punjee was 70.93%. Male literacy was 78.05% and female literacy was 64.44%.