Khelma Pt I - Katigora, Cachar
Khelma Pt I is a village situated in the Katigora subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 53 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katigora and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Gumrah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khelma Pt I village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khelma Pt I is 299035. The village covers a total geographical area of 196.57 hectares and falls under the 788115 pincode. Badarpur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Khelma Pt I village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katigorah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khelma Pt I
As per Census 2011, Khelma Pt I village has a total population of 2,002 people, consisting of 1,072 males and 930 females. The village has 433 households and a sex ratio of 867 females per 1,000 males. There are 325 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,486 literate and 516 illiterate residents. Additionally, 836 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khelma Pt I are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,002 | 1,072 | 930 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 325 | 173 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 836 | 436 | 400 |
| Literate Population | 1,486 | 840 | 646 |
| Illiterate Population | 516 | 232 | 284 |
Nearby Villages of Khelma Pt I
Khelma Pt I 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 Khelma Pt I
Khelma Pt I is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khelma Pt I.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Badarpur to Khelma Pt I is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Khelma Pt I is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khelma Pt I
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khelma Pt I 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khelma Pt I
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khelma Pt I village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khelma Pt I
Where is Khelma Pt I located?
Khelma Pt I village is located in Katigora Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khelma Pt I?
The Gram Panchayat of Khelma Pt I is Gumrah.
What is the pincode of Khelma Pt I?
The pincode of Khelma Pt I is 788115.
What is the population of Khelma Pt I?
Khelma Pt I has a total population of 2,002, including 1,072 males and 930 females.
How many households are there in Khelma Pt I?
There are 433 households in Khelma Pt I.
What is the literacy rate in Khelma Pt I?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khelma Pt I is 74.23%. Male literacy is 78.36% and female literacy is 69.46%.