Newzer Village - Katigora, Cachar
Newzer 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 73 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Chandranathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Newzer village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Newzer is 299128. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.5 hectares and falls under the 788115 pincode. Badarpur is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Newzer 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 Newzer
As per Census 2011, Newzer village has a total population of 78 people, consisting of 44 males and 34 females. The village has 14 households and a sex ratio of 772 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 56 literate and 22 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Newzer are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 78 | 44 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 56 | 34 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 10 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Newzer
Newzer 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 Newzer
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Newzer.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Newzer is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Newzer is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Newzer
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Newzer 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 Newzer
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Newzer 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 Newzer
Where is Newzer located?
Newzer village is located in Katigora Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Newzer?
The Gram Panchayat of Newzer is Chandranathpur.
What is the pincode of Newzer?
The pincode of Newzer is 788115.
What is the population of Newzer?
Newzer has a total population of 78, including 44 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Newzer?
There are 14 households in Newzer.
What is the literacy rate in Newzer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Newzer is 71.79%. Male literacy is 77.27% and female literacy is 64.71%.