Channighat - Sonai, Cachar
Channighat is a village situated in the Sonai subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 383 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonai and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Channighat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Channighat is 299647. The village covers a total geographical area of 252.61 hectares and falls under the 788120 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Channighat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dholai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Channighat
As per Census 2011, Channighat village has a total population of 3,604 people, consisting of 1,836 males and 1,768 females. The village has 752 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 560 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,513 literate and 1,091 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,887 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Channighat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,604 | 1,836 | 1,768 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 560 | 276 | 284 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,887 | 977 | 910 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 2,513 | 1,343 | 1,170 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,091 | 493 | 598 |
Nearby Villages of Channighat
Channighat 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 Channighat
Channighat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silchar to Channighat is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Channighat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Channighat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Channighat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Channighat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Channighat
Where is Channighat located?
Channighat village is located in Sonai Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Channighat?
Channighat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Channighat?
The pincode of Channighat is 788120.
What is the population of Channighat?
Channighat has a total population of 3,604, including 1,836 males and 1,768 females.
How many households are there in Channighat?
There are 752 households in Channighat.
What is the literacy rate in Channighat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Channighat is 69.73%. Male literacy is 73.15% and female literacy is 66.18%.