Pahelpur - Lakhipur, Cachar
Pahelpur is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 374 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Harinagar serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Pahelpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pahelpur is 299812. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.6 hectares and falls under the 788126 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Pahelpur 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 Pahelpur
According to the 2011 Census, Pahelpur village had a total population of 266 people, including 134 males and 132 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.73%, with male literacy at 77.69% and female literacy at 67.27%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 133.
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 | 266 | 134 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 13 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 133 | 62 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 94 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 40 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Pahelpur
Pahelpur 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 Pahelpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Pahelpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhipur to Pahelpur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Pahelpur is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pahelpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pahelpur 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 Pahelpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pahelpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pahelpur
Where is Pahelpur located?
Pahelpur village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Pahelpur?
The Gaon Panchayat of Pahelpur is Harinagar.
What is the pincode of Pahelpur?
The pincode of Pahelpur is 788126.
What is the population of Pahelpur?
Pahelpur had a total population of 266, including 134 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Pahelpur?
Pahelpur had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pahelpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pahelpur was 72.73%. Male literacy was 77.69% and female literacy was 67.27%.