Bijung Punji - Lakhipur, Cachar
Bijung Punji is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 600 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Digli Lakhicherra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijung Punji village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijung Punji is 299839. The village covers a total geographical area of 178 hectares and falls under the 788126 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bijung Punji village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udharbond Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijung Punji
As per Census 2011, Bijung Punji village has a total population of 65 people, consisting of 30 males and 35 females. The village has 12 households and a sex ratio of 1,166 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 24 literate and 41 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijung Punji are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 65 | 30 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 16 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Bijung Punji
Bijung Punji 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 Bijung Punji
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bijung Punji.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhipur to Bijung Punji is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Bijung Punji is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijung Punji
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijung Punji village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bijung Punji
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijung Punji village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bijung Punji
Where is Bijung Punji located?
Bijung Punji village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijung Punji?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijung Punji is Digli Lakhicherra.
What is the pincode of Bijung Punji?
The pincode of Bijung Punji is 788126.
What is the population of Bijung Punji?
Bijung Punji has a total population of 65, including 30 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Bijung Punji?
There are 12 households in Bijung Punji.
What is the literacy rate in Bijung Punji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijung Punji is 36.92%. Male literacy is 46.67% and female literacy is 28.57%.