Howkip Punji - Lakhipur, Cachar
Howkip Punji is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Lalpani serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Howkip Punji village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Howkip Punji is 299890. The village covers a total geographical area of 136 hectares and falls under the 788126 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 139 km away.
Howkip 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 Howkip Punji
According to the 2011 Census, Howkip Punji village had a total population of 274 people, including 133 males and 141 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,060 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.69%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 93.60%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 137.
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 | 274 | 133 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 137 | 64 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 117 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 16 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Howkip Punji
Howkip 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 Howkip Punji
Howkip Punji is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Howkip Punji is about 139 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Howkip Punji is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Howkip Punji
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Howkip Punji village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Howkip 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 Howkip Punji village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Howkip Punji
Where is Howkip Punji located?
Howkip Punji village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Howkip Punji?
The Gaon Panchayat of Howkip Punji is Lalpani.
What is the pincode of Howkip Punji?
The pincode of Howkip Punji is 788126.
What is the population of Howkip Punji?
Howkip Punji had a total population of 274, including 133 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Howkip Punji?
Howkip Punji had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Howkip Punji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Howkip Punji was 96.69%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 93.60%.