Photikjan - Phuloni, Karbi Anglong
Photikjan is a village situated in the Phuloni subdivision of Karbi Anglong district, Assam. It is located approximately 78 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phuloni and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Diphu.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Photikjan is 297394. The village covers a total geographical area of 15 hectares and falls under the 782481 pincode. Dokmoka is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Photikjan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Population of Photikjan
As per Census 2011, Photikjan village has a total population of 454 people, consisting of 221 males and 233 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 1,054 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 336 literate and 118 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Photikjan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 454 | 221 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 19 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 336 | 182 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 39 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Photikjan
Photikjan 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 Photikjan
Public transport in the Photikjan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dokmoka to Photikjan is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Diphu to Photikjan is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Photikjan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Photikjan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Photikjan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Photikjan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Photikjan
Where is Photikjan located?
Photikjan village is located in Phuloni Subdivision, Karbi Anglong district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of Photikjan?
The pincode of Photikjan is 782481.
What is the population of Photikjan?
Photikjan has a total population of 454, including 221 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Photikjan?
There are 97 households in Photikjan.
What is the literacy rate in Photikjan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Photikjan is 74.01%. Male literacy is 82.35% and female literacy is 66.09%.