Noonchuri Punjee - Katigora, Cachar
Noonchuri Punjee is a village situated in the Katigora subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 325 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katigora and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Bikrampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Noonchuri Punjee village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Noonchuri Punjee is 299116. The village covers a total geographical area of 20 hectares and falls under the 788115 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Noonchuri 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 Noonchuri Punjee
According to the 2011 Census, Noonchuri Punjee village had a total population of 171 people, including 97 males and 74 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 763 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.28%, with male literacy at 65.00% and female literacy at 65.63%.
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 | 171 | 97 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 17 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 52 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 45 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Noonchuri Punjee
Noonchuri 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 Noonchuri Punjee
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Noonchuri Punjee. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Noonchuri Punjee.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silchar to Noonchuri Punjee is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Noonchuri Punjee
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Noonchuri Punjee village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Noonchuri 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 Noonchuri 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 Noonchuri Punjee
Where is Noonchuri Punjee located?
Noonchuri Punjee village is located in Katigora Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Noonchuri Punjee?
The Gram Panchayat of Noonchuri Punjee is Bikrampur.
What is the pincode of Noonchuri Punjee?
The pincode of Noonchuri Punjee is 788115.
What is the population of Noonchuri Punjee?
Noonchuri Punjee had a total population of 171, including 97 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Noonchuri Punjee?
Noonchuri Punjee had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Noonchuri Punjee?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Noonchuri Punjee was 65.28%. Male literacy was 65.00% and female literacy was 65.63%.