Naithang Punji - Lakhipur, Cachar
Naithang 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 50 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Digli Lakhicherra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naithang Punji village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naithang Punji is 299802. The village covers a total geographical area of 8 hectares and falls under the 788126 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Naithang 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 Udharbond Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naithang Punji
As per Census 2011, Naithang Punji village has a total population of 330 people, consisting of 164 males and 166 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 234 literate and 96 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naithang Punji are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 330 | 164 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 30 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 119 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 45 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Naithang Punji
Naithang 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 Naithang Punji
Public transport in the Naithang 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 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 Naithang Punji is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Naithang 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 Naithang Punji
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naithang 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 Naithang 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 Naithang 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 Naithang Punji
Where is Naithang Punji located?
Naithang Punji village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naithang Punji?
The Gram Panchayat of Naithang Punji is Digli Lakhicherra.
What is the pincode of Naithang Punji?
The pincode of Naithang Punji is 788126.
What is the population of Naithang Punji?
Naithang Punji has a total population of 330, including 164 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Naithang Punji?
There are 49 households in Naithang Punji.
What is the literacy rate in Naithang Punji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naithang Punji is 70.91%. Male literacy is 72.56% and female literacy is 69.28%.