Punai Gaon - Sissibargaon, Dhemaji
Punai Gaon is a village situated in the Sissibargaon subdivision of Dhemaji district, Assam. It is located approximately 516 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dispur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Dhemaji.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punai Gaon is 289021. The village covers a total geographical area of 286.8 hectares and falls under the 787110 pincode. Silapathar is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Jonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lakhimpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punai Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Punai Gaon village had a total population of 1,000 people, including 525 males and 475 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.52%, with male literacy at 72.21% and female literacy at 49.32%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 996.
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 | 1,000 | 525 | 475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 104 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 996 | 524 | 472 |
| Literate Population | 486 | 304 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 514 | 221 | 293 |
Nearby Villages of Punai Gaon
Punai Gaon 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 Punai Gaon
Punai Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. Punai Gaon has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silapathar to Punai Gaon is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhemaji to Punai Gaon 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 Punai Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punai Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Punai Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punai Gaon 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Punai Gaon
Where is Punai Gaon located?
Punai Gaon village is located in Sissibargaon Subdivision, Dhemaji district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of Punai Gaon?
The pincode of Punai Gaon is 787110.
What is the population of Punai Gaon?
Punai Gaon had a total population of 1,000, including 525 males and 475 females.
How many households are there in Punai Gaon?
Punai Gaon had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punai Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punai Gaon was 61.52%. Male literacy was 72.21% and female literacy was 49.32%.