Raraipunjee - Sonai, Cachar
Raraipunjee is a village situated in the Sonai subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 375 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonai and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Mathurapur serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Raraipunjee village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raraipunjee is 299652. The village covers a total geographical area of 172.08 hectares and falls under the 788114 pincode.
Raraipunjee 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 Raraipunjee
According to the 2011 Census, Raraipunjee village had a total population of 638 people, including 326 males and 312 females, living in 137 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.94%, with male literacy at 87.64% and female literacy at 68.03%.
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 | 638 | 326 | 312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 51 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 424 | 241 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 85 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Raraipunjee
Raraipunjee 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 Raraipunjee
Raraipunjee is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Silchar to Raraipunjee is about 35 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 Raraipunjee
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raraipunjee village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Raraipunjee
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raraipunjee village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raraipunjee
Where is Raraipunjee located?
Raraipunjee village is located in Sonai Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Raraipunjee?
The Gaon Panchayat of Raraipunjee is Mathurapur.
What is the pincode of Raraipunjee?
The pincode of Raraipunjee is 788114.
What is the population of Raraipunjee?
Raraipunjee had a total population of 638, including 326 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Raraipunjee?
Raraipunjee had 137 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raraipunjee?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raraipunjee was 77.94%. Male literacy was 87.64% and female literacy was 68.03%.