Loknathpur - Sonai, Cachar
Loknathpur is a village situated in the Sonai subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 381 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonai and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Saptagram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Loknathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Loknathpur is 299639. The village covers a total geographical area of 235.19 hectares and falls under the 788120 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Loknathpur 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 Loknathpur
As per Census 2011, Loknathpur village has a total population of 2,241 people, consisting of 1,119 males and 1,122 females. The village has 448 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 461 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,266 literate and 975 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Loknathpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,241 | 1,119 | 1,122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 461 | 230 | 231 |
| Literate Population | 1,266 | 686 | 580 |
| Illiterate Population | 975 | 433 | 542 |
Nearby Villages of Loknathpur
Loknathpur 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 Loknathpur
Loknathpur 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 | 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 Loknathpur is about 36 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 Loknathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Loknathpur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Loknathpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Loknathpur 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 Loknathpur
Where is Loknathpur located?
Loknathpur village is located in Sonai Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Loknathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Loknathpur is Saptagram.
What is the pincode of Loknathpur?
The pincode of Loknathpur is 788120.
What is the population of Loknathpur?
Loknathpur has a total population of 2,241, including 1,119 males and 1,122 females.
How many households are there in Loknathpur?
There are 448 households in Loknathpur.
What is the literacy rate in Loknathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Loknathpur is 56.49%. Male literacy is 61.30% and female literacy is 51.69%.