Howaithang - Sonai, Cachar
Howaithang is a village situated in the Sonai subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 385 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonai and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Bhagabazar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Howaithang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Howaithang is 299645. The village covers a total geographical area of 275.38 hectares and falls under the 788120 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Howaithang 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 Howaithang
As per Census 2011, Howaithang village has a total population of 3,402 people, consisting of 1,704 males and 1,698 females. The village has 679 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 653 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,207 literate and 1,195 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Howaithang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,402 | 1,704 | 1,698 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 653 | 329 | 324 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 2,207 | 1,205 | 1,002 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,195 | 499 | 696 |
Nearby Villages of Howaithang
Howaithang 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 Howaithang
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Howaithang.
| 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 Howaithang is about 40 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 Howaithang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Howaithang 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Howaithang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Howaithang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Howaithang
Where is Howaithang located?
Howaithang village is located in Sonai Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Howaithang?
The Gram Panchayat of Howaithang is Bhagabazar.
What is the pincode of Howaithang?
The pincode of Howaithang is 788120.
What is the population of Howaithang?
Howaithang has a total population of 3,402, including 1,704 males and 1,698 females.
How many households are there in Howaithang?
There are 679 households in Howaithang.
What is the literacy rate in Howaithang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Howaithang is 64.87%. Male literacy is 70.72% and female literacy is 59.01%.