Karbiland - Silchar, Cachar
Karbiland is a village situated in the Silchar subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 440 km from Silchar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Chandranathpur serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Karbiland village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karbiland is 299132. The village covers a total geographical area of 171.74 hectares and falls under the 788015 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Karbiland village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katigorah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karbiland
According to the 2011 Census, Karbiland village had a total population of 176 people, including 82 males and 94 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,146 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.67%, with male literacy at 57.75% and female literacy at 42.68%.
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 | 176 | 82 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 41 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 41 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Karbiland
Karbiland 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 Karbiland
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Karbiland.
| 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 Silchar to Karbiland is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Karbiland 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 Karbiland
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karbiland village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karbiland
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karbiland village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karbiland
Where is Karbiland located?
Karbiland village is located in Silchar Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Karbiland?
The Gaon Panchayat of Karbiland is Chandranathpur.
What is the pincode of Karbiland?
The pincode of Karbiland is 788015.
What is the population of Karbiland?
Karbiland had a total population of 176, including 82 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Karbiland?
Karbiland had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karbiland?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karbiland was 49.67%. Male literacy was 57.75% and female literacy was 42.68%.