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 Gram 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 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 Phailen Punji (Phaigal Punji)
As per Census 2011, Phailen Punji (Phaigal Punji) village has a total population of 358 people, consisting of 179 males and 179 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 276 literate and 82 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phailen Punji (Phaigal Punji) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 358 | 179 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 22 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 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 gram panchayat of Phailen Punji (Phaigal Punji)?
The Gram 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) has a total population of 358, including 179 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Phailen Punji (Phaigal Punji)?
There are 70 households in Phailen Punji (Phaigal Punji).
What is the literacy rate in Phailen Punji (Phaigal Punji)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phailen Punji (Phaigal Punji) is 77.09%. Male literacy is 83.80% and female literacy is 70.39%.