Khelma Pt VII - Katigora, Cachar
Khelma Pt VII is a village situated in the Katigora subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katigora and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Khelma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khelma Pt VII village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khelma Pt VII is 299033. The village covers a total geographical area of 279.14 hectares and falls under the 788115 pincode. Katigora is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Khelma Pt VII 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 VII
According to the 2011 Census, Khelma Pt VII village had a total population of 2,565 people, including 1,323 males and 1,242 females, living in 546 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.21%, with male literacy at 83.53% and female literacy at 80.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 341.
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 | 2,565 | 1,323 | 1,242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 440 | 224 | 216 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 341 | 184 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,747 | 918 | 829 |
| Illiterate Population | 818 | 405 | 413 |
Nearby Villages of Khelma Pt VII
Khelma Pt VII 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 VII
Khelma Pt VII 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 Katigora to Khelma Pt VII is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Khelma Pt VII is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khelma Pt VII
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khelma Pt VII 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khelma Pt VII
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 VII 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khelma Pt VII
Where is Khelma Pt VII located?
Khelma Pt VII village is located in Katigora Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khelma Pt VII?
The Gram Panchayat of Khelma Pt VII is Khelma.
What is the pincode of Khelma Pt VII?
The pincode of Khelma Pt VII is 788115.
What is the population of Khelma Pt VII?
Khelma Pt VII had a total population of 2,565, including 1,323 males and 1,242 females.
How many households are there in Khelma Pt VII?
Khelma Pt VII had 546 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khelma Pt VII?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khelma Pt VII was 82.21%. Male literacy was 83.53% and female literacy was 80.80%.