Kharjan Punji - Lakhipur, Cachar
Kharjan Punji is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Dighli Bahadurpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharjan Punji village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharjan Punji is 299895. The village covers a total geographical area of 248 hectares and falls under the 788126 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kharjan 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 Lakhipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kharjan Punji
As per Census 2011, Kharjan Punji village has a total population of 902 people, consisting of 466 males and 436 females. The village has 179 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 467 literate and 435 illiterate residents. Additionally, 335 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kharjan Punji are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 902 | 466 | 436 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 82 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 335 | 169 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 467 | 253 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 435 | 213 | 222 |
Nearby Villages of Kharjan Punji
Kharjan 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 Kharjan Punji
Public transport in the Kharjan Punji is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Kharjan Punji is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Kharjan Punji 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 Kharjan Punji
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharjan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kharjan 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 Kharjan Punji village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kharjan Punji
Where is Kharjan Punji located?
Kharjan Punji village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharjan Punji?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharjan Punji is Dighli Bahadurpur.
What is the pincode of Kharjan Punji?
The pincode of Kharjan Punji is 788126.
What is the population of Kharjan Punji?
Kharjan Punji has a total population of 902, including 466 males and 436 females.
How many households are there in Kharjan Punji?
There are 179 households in Kharjan Punji.
What is the literacy rate in Kharjan Punji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharjan Punji is 51.77%. Male literacy is 54.29% and female literacy is 49.08%.