Kherem - Chongkham Eac, Namsai
Kherem is a village situated in the Chongkham Eac circle of Namsai district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Chongkham and around 90 km from Tezu. Kherem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kherem is 266498. The village falls under the 792102 pincode. Namsai is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kherem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kherem
According to the 2011 Census, Kherem village had a total population of 644 people, including 334 males and 310 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.30%, with male literacy at 76.21% and female literacy at 62.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 278.
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 | 644 | 334 | 310 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 65 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 278 | 143 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 368 | 205 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 276 | 129 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Kherem
Kherem 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 Kherem
Kherem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Namsai to Kherem is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Tezu to Kherem is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kherem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kherem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kherem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kherem 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kherem
Where is Kherem located?
Kherem village is located in Chongkham Eac Circle, Namsai district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kherem?
Kherem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kherem?
The pincode of Kherem is 792102.
What is the population of Kherem?
Kherem had a total population of 644, including 334 males and 310 females.
How many households are there in Kherem?
Kherem had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kherem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kherem was 69.30%. Male literacy was 76.21% and female literacy was 62.21%.