Palaicherra Pt I - Katlichara, Hailakandi
Palaicherra Pt I is a village situated in the Katlichara subdivision of Hailakandi district, Assam. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katlichara and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Hailakandi. Paloicherra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palaicherra Pt I village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palaicherra Pt I is 301215. The village covers a total geographical area of 159 hectares and falls under the 788162 pincode. Lala is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Palaicherra Pt I village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katlicherra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karimganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palaicherra Pt I
As per Census 2011, Palaicherra Pt I village has a total population of 1,658 people, consisting of 862 males and 796 females. The village has 368 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 236 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,220 literate and 438 illiterate residents. Additionally, 237 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palaicherra Pt I are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,658 | 862 | 796 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 130 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 134 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,220 | 679 | 541 |
| Illiterate Population | 438 | 183 | 255 |
Nearby Villages of Palaicherra Pt I
Palaicherra Pt I 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 Palaicherra Pt I
Palaicherra Pt I is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Palaicherra Pt I.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lala to Palaicherra Pt I is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hailakandi to Palaicherra Pt I is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palaicherra Pt I
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palaicherra Pt I 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 Palaicherra Pt I
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palaicherra Pt I 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palaicherra Pt I
Where is Palaicherra Pt I located?
Palaicherra Pt I village is located in Katlichara Subdivision, Hailakandi district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palaicherra Pt I?
The Gram Panchayat of Palaicherra Pt I is Paloicherra.
What is the pincode of Palaicherra Pt I?
The pincode of Palaicherra Pt I is 788162.
What is the population of Palaicherra Pt I?
Palaicherra Pt I has a total population of 1,658, including 862 males and 796 females.
How many households are there in Palaicherra Pt I?
There are 368 households in Palaicherra Pt I.
What is the literacy rate in Palaicherra Pt I?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palaicherra Pt I is 73.58%. Male literacy is 78.77% and female literacy is 67.96%.