Phailen Punji (Phaigal Punji) - Lakhipur, Cachar
Phailen Punji (Phaigal Punji) is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 300 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Digli Lakhicherra serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Phailen Punji (Phaigal Punji) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phailen Punji (Phaigal Punji) is 299796. The village covers a total geographical area of 6 hectares and falls under the 788126 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Phailen Punji (Phaigal 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 Phailen Punji (Phaigal Punji)
According to the 2011 Census, Phailen Punji (Phaigal Punji) village had a total population of 358 people, including 179 males and 179 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.49%, with male literacy at 95.54% and female literacy at 85.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 358 | 179 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 22 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 276 | 150 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 29 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Phailen Punji (Phaigal Punji)
Phailen Punji (Phaigal 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 Phailen Punji (Phaigal Punji)
Phailen Punji (Phaigal Punji) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Phailen Punji (Phaigal Punji) is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Phailen Punji (Phaigal Punji) is about 45 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 Phailen Punji (Phaigal Punji)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phailen Punji (Phaigal 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 Phailen Punji (Phaigal 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 Phailen Punji (Phaigal 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 Phailen Punji (Phaigal Punji)
Where is Phailen Punji (Phaigal Punji) located?
Phailen Punji (Phaigal Punji) village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Phailen Punji (Phaigal Punji)?
The Gaon Panchayat of Phailen Punji (Phaigal Punji) is Digli Lakhicherra.
What is the pincode of Phailen Punji (Phaigal Punji)?
The pincode of Phailen Punji (Phaigal Punji) is 788126.
What is the population of Phailen Punji (Phaigal Punji)?
Phailen Punji (Phaigal Punji) had a total population of 358, including 179 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Phailen Punji (Phaigal Punji)?
Phailen Punji (Phaigal Punji) had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phailen Punji (Phaigal Punji)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phailen Punji (Phaigal Punji) was 90.49%. Male literacy was 95.54% and female literacy was 85.14%.