Punia Pathar - Naobaicha, Lakhimpur
Punia Pathar is a village situated in the Naobaicha subdivision of Lakhimpur district, Assam. Dolohat Sonapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punia Pathar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punia Pathar is 287824. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.25 hectares and falls under the 787052 pincode. Lakhimpur is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Punia Pathar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naoboicha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lakhimpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punia Pathar
According to the 2011 Census, Punia Pathar village had a total population of 250 people, including 137 males and 113 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 825 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.94%, with male literacy at 83.93% and female literacy at 67.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 153.
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 | 250 | 137 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 25 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 153 | 90 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 94 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 43 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Punia Pathar
Punia Pathar 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 Punia Pathar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Punia Pathar. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Punia Pathar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Lakhimpur to Punia Pathar is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from North Lakhimpur to Punia Pathar is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punia Pathar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punia Pathar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Punia Pathar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punia Pathar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Punia Pathar
Where is Punia Pathar located?
Punia Pathar village is located in Naobaicha Subdivision, Lakhimpur district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punia Pathar?
The Gram Panchayat of Punia Pathar is Dolohat Sonapur.
What is the pincode of Punia Pathar?
The pincode of Punia Pathar is 787052.
What is the population of Punia Pathar?
Punia Pathar had a total population of 250, including 137 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Punia Pathar?
Punia Pathar had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punia Pathar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punia Pathar was 75.94%. Male literacy was 83.93% and female literacy was 67.00%.