Khelma Pt II - Katigora, Cachar
Khelma Pt II 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 40 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Khelma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khelma Pt II village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khelma Pt II is 299036. The village covers a total geographical area of 259.87 hectares and falls under the 788115 pincode.
Khelma Pt II 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 II
As per Census 2011, Khelma Pt II village has a total population of 1,607 people, consisting of 837 males and 770 females. The village has 365 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 330 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 929 literate and 678 illiterate residents. Additionally, 987 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khelma Pt II are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,607 | 837 | 770 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 330 | 163 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 987 | 525 | 462 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 929 | 513 | 416 |
| Illiterate Population | 678 | 324 | 354 |
Nearby Villages of Khelma Pt II
Khelma Pt II 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 II
Khelma Pt II is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Silchar to Khelma Pt II is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khelma Pt II
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khelma Pt II village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khelma Pt II
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 II village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khelma Pt II
Where is Khelma Pt II located?
Khelma Pt II village is located in Katigora Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khelma Pt II?
The Gram Panchayat of Khelma Pt II is Khelma.
What is the pincode of Khelma Pt II?
The pincode of Khelma Pt II is 788115.
What is the population of Khelma Pt II?
Khelma Pt II has a total population of 1,607, including 837 males and 770 females.
How many households are there in Khelma Pt II?
There are 365 households in Khelma Pt II.
What is the literacy rate in Khelma Pt II?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khelma Pt II is 57.81%. Male literacy is 61.29% and female literacy is 54.03%.