Cachar PIN Codes: 788001 to 788931 | Hills and Barak Valley, Assam

Key Facts

Cachar is a district located in the southern part of Assam, India, forming a significant component of the Barak Valley region. Situated along the Barak River valley, Cachar shares international borders with Bangladesh to the west and south, while domestically it connects to other districts of Assam and neighboring states. With an approximate area of 3,786 square kilometers and a population of around 1.7 million people according to recent census data, Cachar serves as an important administrative and economic hub in northeastern India. The district is divided into 5 sub-divisions: Silchar, Lakhipur, Katigorah, Sonai, and Udharbond, which collectively contain numerous towns, villages, and rural settlements. Silchar, the district headquarters, functions as the principal urban center and transportation nexus for the entire Barak Valley. Cachar's strategic location makes it a vital corridor for trade and connectivity between Assam, other northeastern states, and Bangladesh. The district's diverse topography includes river plains, hills, and tea gardens that contribute to its agricultural and economic significance. For comprehensive postal code information covering all municipalities, towns, and villages within Cachar district, detailed locality-specific data is available through our postal code directory.

Neighboring Regions

• Hailakandi
• Karimganj
• Dima Hasao
• Hojai
• West Karbi Anglong