Molong Punji - Lakhipur, Cachar
Molong Punji is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 450 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Digli Lakhicherra serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Molong Punji village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Molong Punji is 299838. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 788126 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Molong 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 Udharbond Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Molong Punji
According to the 2011 Census, Molong Punji village had a total population of 530 people, including 265 males and 265 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.78%, with male literacy at 90.35% and female literacy at 85.05%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 530 | 265 | 265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 37 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 388 | 206 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 59 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Molong Punji
Molong 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 Molong Punji
Public transport in the Molong Punji is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Molong Punji is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Molong 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 Molong Punji
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Molong 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 Molong 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 Molong 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 Molong Punji
Where is Molong Punji located?
Molong Punji village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Molong Punji?
The Gaon Panchayat of Molong Punji is Digli Lakhicherra.
What is the pincode of Molong Punji?
The pincode of Molong Punji is 788126.
What is the population of Molong Punji?
Molong Punji had a total population of 530, including 265 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Molong Punji?
Molong Punji had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Molong Punji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Molong Punji was 87.78%. Male literacy was 90.35% and female literacy was 85.05%.