Punirmukh - Sonai, Cachar
Punirmukh is a village situated in the Sonai subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 373 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonai and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Dulalgram Malugram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punirmukh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punirmukh is 299594. The village covers a total geographical area of 253.6 hectares and falls under the 788123 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Punirmukh 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 Punirmukh
As per Census 2011, Punirmukh village has a total population of 2,004 people, consisting of 1,016 males and 988 females. The village has 481 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 354 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,467 literate and 537 illiterate residents. Additionally, 784 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punirmukh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,004 | 1,016 | 988 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 354 | 185 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 784 | 403 | 381 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,467 | 769 | 698 |
| Illiterate Population | 537 | 247 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Punirmukh
Punirmukh 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 Punirmukh
Punirmukh is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Punirmukh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silchar to Punirmukh is about 35 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 Punirmukh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punirmukh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Punirmukh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punirmukh 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Punirmukh
Where is Punirmukh located?
Punirmukh village is located in Sonai Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punirmukh?
The Gram Panchayat of Punirmukh is Dulalgram Malugram.
What is the pincode of Punirmukh?
The pincode of Punirmukh is 788123.
What is the population of Punirmukh?
Punirmukh has a total population of 2,004, including 1,016 males and 988 females.
How many households are there in Punirmukh?
There are 481 households in Punirmukh.
What is the literacy rate in Punirmukh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punirmukh is 73.20%. Male literacy is 75.69% and female literacy is 70.65%.