Makidahar Mikir Punjee - Katigora, Cachar
Makidahar Mikir Punjee is a village situated in the Katigora subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 330 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katigora and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Gumrah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makidahar Mikir Punjee village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makidahar Mikir Punjee is 299044. The village covers a total geographical area of 60 hectares and falls under the 788115 pincode. Badarpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Makidahar Mikir Punjee 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 Makidahar Mikir Punjee
As per Census 2011, Makidahar Mikir Punjee village has a total population of 284 people, consisting of 152 males and 132 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 70 literate and 214 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Makidahar Mikir Punjee are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 284 | 152 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 39 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 51 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 101 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Makidahar Mikir Punjee
Makidahar 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 Makidahar Mikir Punjee
Public transport in the Makidahar Mikir 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 Makidahar Mikir Punjee is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Makidahar Mikir Punjee is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makidahar Mikir Punjee
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makidahar Mikir Punjee village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Makidahar 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 Makidahar Mikir Punjee 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Makidahar Mikir Punjee
Where is Makidahar Mikir Punjee located?
Makidahar Mikir Punjee village is located in Katigora Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makidahar Mikir Punjee?
The Gram Panchayat of Makidahar Mikir Punjee is Gumrah.
What is the pincode of Makidahar Mikir Punjee?
The pincode of Makidahar Mikir Punjee is 788115.
What is the population of Makidahar Mikir Punjee?
Makidahar Mikir Punjee has a total population of 284, including 152 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Makidahar Mikir Punjee?
There are 49 households in Makidahar Mikir Punjee.
What is the literacy rate in Makidahar Mikir Punjee?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makidahar Mikir Punjee is 24.65%. Male literacy is 33.55% and female literacy is 14.39%.