Paikan
About Paikan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Paikan village is 299021. Paikan village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 167.3 hectares. Paikan has a total population of 2,848 peoples, out of which male population is 1,455 while female population is 1,393. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 957 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of paikan village is 61.48% out of which 67.77% males and 54.92% females are literate. There are about 594 houses in paikan village.
Badarpur is nearest town to paikan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Paikan
The population details of Paikan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,848 | 1,455 | 1,393 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 583 | 301 | 282 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,751 | 986 | 765 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,097 | 469 | 628 |
Connectivity of Paikan
| 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 |
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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%.