Khelma Pt VIII - Katigora, Cachar
Khelma Pt VIII is a village situated in the Katigora subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 350 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katigora and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Gumrah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khelma Pt VIII village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khelma Pt VIII is 299032. The village covers a total geographical area of 300 hectares and falls under the 788115 pincode. Badarpur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Khelma Pt VIII 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 VIII
According to the 2011 Census, Khelma Pt VIII village had a total population of 2,269 people, including 1,137 males and 1,132 females, living in 463 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.63%, with male literacy at 86.97% and female literacy at 76.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84.
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 | 2,269 | 1,137 | 1,132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 516 | 270 | 246 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 49 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,431 | 754 | 677 |
| Illiterate Population | 838 | 383 | 455 |
Nearby Villages of Khelma Pt VIII
Khelma Pt VIII 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 VIII
Khelma Pt VIII 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 | No | Available within 5-10 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 VIII is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Khelma Pt VIII 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 VIII
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khelma Pt VIII village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khelma Pt VIII
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 VIII 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Khelma Pt VIII
Where is Khelma Pt VIII located?
Khelma Pt VIII village is located in Katigora Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khelma Pt VIII?
The Gram Panchayat of Khelma Pt VIII is Gumrah.
What is the pincode of Khelma Pt VIII?
The pincode of Khelma Pt VIII is 788115.
What is the population of Khelma Pt VIII?
Khelma Pt VIII had a total population of 2,269, including 1,137 males and 1,132 females.
How many households are there in Khelma Pt VIII?
Khelma Pt VIII had 463 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khelma Pt VIII?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khelma Pt VIII was 81.63%. Male literacy was 86.97% and female literacy was 76.41%.