Paikan

Paikan is a village located in Katigora subdivision of Cachar district in Assam, India. It is situated 315km away from sub-district headquarter Katigora (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Silchar. As per 2009 stats, Paikan Digarkhal is the gram panchayat of Paikan village.

Paikan has its own place in the vibrant Cachar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Paikan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Paikan is 299021. The village spans a total geographical area of 167.3 hectares. Badarpur is nearest town to Paikan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

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Population of Paikan

Below is a concise population overview of Paikan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,848 1,455 1,393
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 583 301 282
Scheduled Castes (SC) 3 2 1
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,751 986 765
Illiterate Population 1,097 469 628

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Paikan village:

  • The total population of Paikan village is around 2,848, including approximately 1,455 males and 1,393 females, with a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 583 children aged 0–6 years in Paikan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Paikan village has 3 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Paikan village is about 61.48%, with male literacy at 67.77% and female literacy at 54.92%.
  • There are around 594 households in Paikan village.

Connectivity of Paikan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Paikan. As per the 2011 stats, Paikan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Paikan

Knowing the nearby villages of Paikan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Paikan.

Saraspur Talkar Beel Rajyeswarpur Pt Ii Rajeswarpur Rajyeswarpur Pt I Chandipur Gobindakupa Talkar Grant Kalain Cherra Grant Kalain Cherra Bagicha Craigpark Bagicha Gilatail

Frequently Asked Questions about Paikan

Where is Paikan located?
Paikan village is situated in Katigora Subdivision, within the Cachar district of Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paikan?
The Gram Panchayat of Paikan is Paikan Digarkhal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Paikan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Paikan is 2,848, with 1,455 males and 1,393 females.
How many households are there in Paikan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Paikan village has a total of 594 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paikan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paikan is 61.48%. The male literacy rate is 67.77%, while the female literacy rate is 54.92%.