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 Gram 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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Karbiland village has a total population of 176 people, consisting of 82 males and 94 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 1,146 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 76 literate and 100 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karbiland are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 176 | 82 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Karbiland?
The Gram Panchayat of Karbiland is Chandranathpur.
What is the pincode of Karbiland?
The pincode of Karbiland is 788015.
What is the population of Karbiland?
Karbiland has a total population of 176, including 82 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Karbiland?
There are 36 households in Karbiland.
What is the literacy rate in Karbiland?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karbiland is 43.18%. Male literacy is 50.00% and female literacy is 37.23%.