Malidahar Mikir Punjee - Katigora, Cachar
Malidahar 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 45 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Kushiarkul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malidahar Mikir Punjee village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malidahar Mikir Punjee is 299041. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 788115 pincode. Badarpur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Malidahar 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 Malidahar Mikir Punjee
As per Census 2011, Malidahar Mikir Punjee village has a total population of 459 people, consisting of 247 males and 212 females. The village has 95 households and a sex ratio of 858 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 100 literate and 359 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malidahar Mikir Punjee are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 459 | 247 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 38 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 100 | 58 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 359 | 189 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Malidahar Mikir Punjee
Malidahar 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 Malidahar Mikir Punjee
Public transport in the Malidahar 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 | 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 Malidahar Mikir Punjee is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Malidahar Mikir Punjee is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malidahar Mikir Punjee
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malidahar Mikir Punjee village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Malidahar 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 Malidahar 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 Malidahar Mikir Punjee
Where is Malidahar Mikir Punjee located?
Malidahar Mikir Punjee village is located in Katigora Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malidahar Mikir Punjee?
The Gram Panchayat of Malidahar Mikir Punjee is Kushiarkul.
What is the pincode of Malidahar Mikir Punjee?
The pincode of Malidahar Mikir Punjee is 788115.
What is the population of Malidahar Mikir Punjee?
Malidahar Mikir Punjee has a total population of 459, including 247 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Malidahar Mikir Punjee?
There are 95 households in Malidahar Mikir Punjee.
What is the literacy rate in Malidahar Mikir Punjee?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malidahar Mikir Punjee is 21.79%. Male literacy is 23.48% and female literacy is 19.81%.