Khelma Pt III - Katigora, Cachar
Khelma Pt III is a village situated in the Katigora subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 52 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 III village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khelma Pt III is 299037. The village covers a total geographical area of 252 hectares and falls under the 788115 pincode. Badarpur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Khelma Pt III 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 III
According to the 2011 Census, Khelma Pt III village had a total population of 1,812 people, including 970 males and 842 females, living in 405 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.01%, with male literacy at 83.98% and female literacy at 66.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,521, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 28.
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 | 1,812 | 970 | 842 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 357 | 196 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,521 | 806 | 715 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,106 | 650 | 456 |
| Illiterate Population | 706 | 320 | 386 |
Nearby Villages of Khelma Pt III
Khelma Pt III 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 III
Khelma Pt III is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badarpur to Khelma Pt III is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Khelma Pt III 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 III
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khelma Pt III village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khelma Pt III
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 III village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khelma Pt III
Where is Khelma Pt III located?
Khelma Pt III village is located in Katigora Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khelma Pt III?
The Gram Panchayat of Khelma Pt III is Khelma.
What is the pincode of Khelma Pt III?
The pincode of Khelma Pt III is 788115.
What is the population of Khelma Pt III?
Khelma Pt III had a total population of 1,812, including 970 males and 842 females.
How many households are there in Khelma Pt III?
Khelma Pt III had 405 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khelma Pt III?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khelma Pt III was 76.01%. Male literacy was 83.98% and female literacy was 66.96%.