Punicherra F.V. - Sonai, Cachar
Punicherra F.V. is a village situated in the Sonai subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 403 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonai and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Silchar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punicherra F.V. is 299702. The village covers a total geographical area of 20 hectares and falls under the 788099 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Dholai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punicherra F.V.
As per Census 2011, Punicherra F.V. village has a total population of 66 people, consisting of 36 males and 30 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 833 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 34 literate and 32 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punicherra F.V. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 66 | 36 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 16 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Punicherra F.V.
Punicherra F.V. 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 Punicherra F.V.
Public transport in the Punicherra F.V. is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silchar to Punicherra F.V. is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punicherra F.V.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punicherra F.V. 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Punicherra F.V.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punicherra F.V. 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 Punicherra F.V.
Where is Punicherra F.V. located?
Punicherra F.V. village is located in Sonai Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of Punicherra F.V.?
The pincode of Punicherra F.V. is 788099.
What is the population of Punicherra F.V.?
Punicherra F.V. has a total population of 66, including 36 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Punicherra F.V.?
There are 16 households in Punicherra F.V..
What is the literacy rate in Punicherra F.V.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punicherra F.V. is 51.52%. Male literacy is 55.56% and female literacy is 46.67%.