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
As per Census 2011, Paikan village has a total population of 2,848 people, consisting of 1,455 males and 1,393 females. The village has 594 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 583 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,751 literate and 1,097 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paikan are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 2,848, including 1,455 males and 1,393 females.
How many households are there in Paikan?
There are 594 households in Paikan.
What is the literacy rate in Paikan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paikan is 61.48%. Male literacy is 67.77% and female literacy is 54.92%.