Paikan - Katigora, Cachar
Paikan is a village situated in the Katigora subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 315 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katigora and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Rajyeswarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paikan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paikan is 299021. The village covers a total geographical area of 167.3 hectares and falls under the 788115 pincode. Badarpur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Paikan 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 Paikan
According to the 2011 Census, Paikan village had a total population of 2,848 people, including 1,455 males and 1,393 females, living in 594 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.31%, with male literacy at 85.44% and female literacy at 68.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 2,848 | 1,455 | 1,393 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 583 | 301 | 282 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,751 | 986 | 765 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,097 | 469 | 628 |
Nearby Villages of Paikan
Paikan 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 Paikan
Public transport in the Paikan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Paikan is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Paikan is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paikan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paikan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paikan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paikan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paikan
Where is Paikan located?
Paikan village is located in Katigora Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paikan?
The Gram Panchayat of Paikan is Rajyeswarpur.
What is the pincode of Paikan?
The pincode of Paikan is 788115.
What is the population of Paikan?
Paikan had a total population of 2,848, including 1,455 males and 1,393 females.
How many households are there in Paikan?
Paikan had 594 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paikan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paikan was 77.31%. Male literacy was 85.44% and female literacy was 68.86%.