Khelma Pt IV - Katigora, Cachar
Khelma Pt IV 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 IV village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khelma Pt IV is 299038. The village covers a total geographical area of 219 hectares and falls under the 788115 pincode. Badarpur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Khelma Pt IV 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 IV
According to the 2011 Census, Khelma Pt IV village had a total population of 634 people, including 334 males and 300 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.01%, with male literacy at 73.68% and female literacy at 57.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 564, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 634 | 334 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 68 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 564 | 296 | 268 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 336 | 196 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 138 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Khelma Pt IV
Khelma Pt IV 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 IV
Public transport in the Khelma Pt IV 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 IV is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Khelma Pt IV 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 IV
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khelma Pt IV 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khelma Pt IV
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 IV village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khelma Pt IV
Where is Khelma Pt IV located?
Khelma Pt IV village is located in Katigora Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khelma Pt IV?
The Gram Panchayat of Khelma Pt IV is Khelma.
What is the pincode of Khelma Pt IV?
The pincode of Khelma Pt IV is 788115.
What is the population of Khelma Pt IV?
Khelma Pt IV had a total population of 634, including 334 males and 300 females.
How many households are there in Khelma Pt IV?
Khelma Pt IV had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khelma Pt IV?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khelma Pt IV was 66.01%. Male literacy was 73.68% and female literacy was 57.61%.