Digliriang Punji - Lakhipur, Cachar
Digliriang Punji is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Lakhinagar serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Digliriang Punji village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digliriang Punji is 299945. The village falls under the 788126 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Digliriang Punji village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digliriang Punji
According to the 2011 Census, Digliriang Punji village had a total population of 506 people, including 267 males and 239 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.05%, with male literacy at 55.74% and female literacy at 37.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 45.
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 | 506 | 267 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 32 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 207 | 131 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 299 | 136 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Digliriang Punji
Digliriang 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 Digliriang Punji
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Digliriang Punji.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhipur to Digliriang Punji is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Digliriang Punji is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digliriang Punji
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digliriang 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 Digliriang 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 Digliriang Punji village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Digliriang Punji
Where is Digliriang Punji located?
Digliriang Punji village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Digliriang Punji?
The Gaon Panchayat of Digliriang Punji is Lakhinagar.
What is the pincode of Digliriang Punji?
The pincode of Digliriang Punji is 788126.
What is the population of Digliriang Punji?
Digliriang Punji had a total population of 506, including 267 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Digliriang Punji?
Digliriang Punji had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Digliriang Punji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digliriang Punji was 47.05%. Male literacy was 55.74% and female literacy was 37.07%.