Punihowar F.V. - Sonai, Cachar
Punihowar F.V. is a village situated in the Sonai subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 410 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonai and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Shewrartal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punihowar F.V. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punihowar F.V. is 299695. The village covers a total geographical area of 131 hectares and falls under the 788099 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Punihowar F.V. 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 Punihowar F.V.
As per Census 2011, Punihowar F.V. village has a total population of 542 people, consisting of 268 males and 274 females. The village has 104 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 256 literate and 286 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punihowar F.V. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 542 | 268 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 55 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 149 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 286 | 119 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Punihowar F.V.
Punihowar 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 Punihowar F.V.
Public transport in the Punihowar 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 Punihowar F.V. is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punihowar F.V.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punihowar 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 Punihowar 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 Punihowar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Punihowar F.V.
Where is Punihowar F.V. located?
Punihowar F.V. village is located in Sonai Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punihowar F.V.?
The Gram Panchayat of Punihowar F.V. is Shewrartal.
What is the pincode of Punihowar F.V.?
The pincode of Punihowar F.V. is 788099.
What is the population of Punihowar F.V.?
Punihowar F.V. has a total population of 542, including 268 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Punihowar F.V.?
There are 104 households in Punihowar F.V..
What is the literacy rate in Punihowar F.V.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punihowar F.V. is 47.23%. Male literacy is 55.60% and female literacy is 39.05%.