Kherani - Gohpur, Biswanath
Kherani is a village situated in the Gohpur subdivision of Biswanath district, Assam. Sonapur serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Kherani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kherani is 287314. The village falls under the 784168 pincode.
Kherani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gohpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sonitpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kherani
According to the 2011 Census, Kherani village had a total population of 670 people, including 333 males and 337 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.23%, with male literacy at 79.11% and female literacy at 59.39%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 670.
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 | 670 | 333 | 337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 41 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 670 | 333 | 337 |
| Literate Population | 405 | 231 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 102 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Kherani
Kherani 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 Kherani
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kherani. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kherani.
| 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 |
Banking and Postal Services in Kherani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kherani 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kherani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kherani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kherani
Where is Kherani located?
Kherani village is located in Gohpur Subdivision, Biswanath district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Kherani?
The Gaon Panchayat of Kherani is Sonapur.
What is the pincode of Kherani?
The pincode of Kherani is 784168.
What is the population of Kherani?
Kherani had a total population of 670, including 333 males and 337 females.
How many households are there in Kherani?
Kherani had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kherani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kherani was 69.23%. Male literacy was 79.11% and female literacy was 59.39%.