Islamabad - Sonai, Cachar
Islamabad is a village situated in the Sonai subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 378 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonai and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Saptagram serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Islamabad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Islamabad is 299640. The village covers a total geographical area of 282.74 hectares and falls under the 788120 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Islamabad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President 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 Islamabad
According to the 2011 Census, Islamabad village had a total population of 3,739 people, including 1,890 males and 1,849 females, living in 727 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.89%, with male literacy at 84.17% and female literacy at 71.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 3,739 | 1,890 | 1,849 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 695 | 361 | 334 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,371 | 1,287 | 1,084 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,368 | 603 | 765 |
Nearby Villages of Islamabad
Islamabad 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 Islamabad
Islamabad 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 Islamabad is about 33 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 Islamabad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Islamabad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Islamabad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Islamabad 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Islamabad
Where is Islamabad located?
Islamabad village is located in Sonai Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Islamabad?
The Gaon Panchayat of Islamabad is Saptagram.
What is the pincode of Islamabad?
The pincode of Islamabad is 788120.
What is the population of Islamabad?
Islamabad had a total population of 3,739, including 1,890 males and 1,849 females.
How many households are there in Islamabad?
Islamabad had 727 households.
What is the literacy rate in Islamabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Islamabad was 77.89%. Male literacy was 84.17% and female literacy was 71.55%.