Karai Kandi Pt I - Katigora, Cachar
Karai Kandi Pt I is a village situated in the Katigora subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 324 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katigora and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Chandinagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karai Kandi Pt I village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karai Kandi Pt I is 298931. The village covers a total geographical area of 129.87 hectares and falls under the 788115 pincode. Badarpur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Karai Kandi Pt I 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 Karai Kandi Pt I
According to the 2011 Census, Karai Kandi Pt I village had a total population of 663 people, including 338 males and 325 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.76%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 71.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 302, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 663 | 338 | 325 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 73 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 302 | 151 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 400 | 212 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 263 | 126 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Karai Kandi Pt I
Karai Kandi Pt I 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 Karai Kandi Pt I
Karai Kandi Pt I 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 Karai Kandi Pt I is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Karai Kandi Pt I 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 Karai Kandi Pt I
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karai Kandi Pt I 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karai Kandi Pt I
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karai Kandi Pt I village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karai Kandi Pt I
Where is Karai Kandi Pt I located?
Karai Kandi Pt I village is located in Katigora Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karai Kandi Pt I?
The Gram Panchayat of Karai Kandi Pt I is Chandinagar.
What is the pincode of Karai Kandi Pt I?
The pincode of Karai Kandi Pt I is 788115.
What is the population of Karai Kandi Pt I?
Karai Kandi Pt I had a total population of 663, including 338 males and 325 females.
How many households are there in Karai Kandi Pt I?
Karai Kandi Pt I had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karai Kandi Pt I?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karai Kandi Pt I was 75.76%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 71.48%.