Kalam Naga Punji - Lakhipur, Cachar
Kalam Naga Punji is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Fulertal Hmarkhewlien serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Kalam Naga Punji village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalam Naga Punji is 299898. The village covers a total geographical area of 121 hectares and falls under the 788126 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kalam Naga 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 Kalam Naga Punji
According to the 2011 Census, Kalam Naga Punji village had a total population of 873 people, including 462 males and 411 females, living in 177 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.10%, with male literacy at 62.53% and female literacy at 42.77%.
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 | 873 | 462 | 411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 91 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 377 | 232 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 496 | 230 | 266 |
Nearby Villages of Kalam Naga Punji
Kalam Naga 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 Kalam Naga Punji
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kalam Naga 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 Kalam Naga Punji is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Kalam Naga Punji is about 38 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 Kalam Naga Punji
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalam Naga 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kalam Naga 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 Kalam Naga 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 Kalam Naga Punji
Where is Kalam Naga Punji located?
Kalam Naga Punji village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Kalam Naga Punji?
The Gaon Panchayat of Kalam Naga Punji is Fulertal Hmarkhewlien.
What is the pincode of Kalam Naga Punji?
The pincode of Kalam Naga Punji is 788126.
What is the population of Kalam Naga Punji?
Kalam Naga Punji had a total population of 873, including 462 males and 411 females.
How many households are there in Kalam Naga Punji?
Kalam Naga Punji had 177 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalam Naga Punji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalam Naga Punji was 53.10%. Male literacy was 62.53% and female literacy was 42.77%.