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 Gaon 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 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 Punihowar F.V.
According to the 2011 Census, Punihowar F.V. village had a total population of 542 people, including 268 males and 274 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.95%, with male literacy at 69.95% and female literacy at 50.00%. 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 | 542 | 268 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 55 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Gaon Panchayat of Punihowar F.V.?
The Gaon 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. had a total population of 542, including 268 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Punihowar F.V.?
Punihowar F.V. had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punihowar F.V.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punihowar F.V. was 59.95%. Male literacy was 69.95% and female literacy was 50.00%.