Thipunagar - Lakhipur, Cachar
Thipunagar 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 74 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Harinagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thipunagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thipunagar is 299828. The village covers a total geographical area of 207 hectares and falls under the 788126 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Thipunagar 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 Thipunagar
As per Census 2011, Thipunagar village has a total population of 423 people, consisting of 213 males and 210 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 275 literate and 148 illiterate residents. Additionally, 123 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 235 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thipunagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 423 | 213 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 32 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 60 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 235 | 120 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 149 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 64 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Thipunagar
Thipunagar 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 Thipunagar
Thipunagar 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhipur to Thipunagar is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Thipunagar is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thipunagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thipunagar 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 Thipunagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thipunagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thipunagar
Where is Thipunagar located?
Thipunagar village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thipunagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Thipunagar is Harinagar.
What is the pincode of Thipunagar?
The pincode of Thipunagar is 788126.
What is the population of Thipunagar?
Thipunagar has a total population of 423, including 213 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Thipunagar?
There are 86 households in Thipunagar.
What is the literacy rate in Thipunagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thipunagar is 65.01%. Male literacy is 69.95% and female literacy is 60.00%.