Panichowki - Sonai, Cachar
Panichowki is a village situated in the Sonai subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 402 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonai and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Didarkush Bhubanhill serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Panichowki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panichowki is 299580. The village covers a total geographical area of 33 hectares and falls under the 788099 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town.
Panichowki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panichowki
According to the 2011 Census, Panichowki village had a total population of 52 people, including 24 males and 28 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,167 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.81%, with male literacy at 28.57% and female literacy at 19.05%.
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 | 52 | 24 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 18 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Panichowki
Panichowki 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 Panichowki
Panichowki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Silchar to Panichowki is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panichowki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panichowki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panichowki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panichowki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panichowki
Where is Panichowki located?
Panichowki village is located in Sonai Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Panichowki?
The Gaon Panchayat of Panichowki is Didarkush Bhubanhill.
What is the pincode of Panichowki?
The pincode of Panichowki is 788099.
What is the population of Panichowki?
Panichowki had a total population of 52, including 24 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Panichowki?
Panichowki had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panichowki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panichowki was 23.81%. Male literacy was 28.57% and female literacy was 19.05%.