Khulichara - Sonai, Cachar
Khulichara is a village situated in the Sonai subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 380 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonai and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Rajanagar-khulichara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khulichara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khulichara is 299655. The village covers a total geographical area of 208.84 hectares and falls under the 788120 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Khulichara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dholai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khulichara
As per Census 2011, Khulichara village has a total population of 2,850 people, consisting of 1,431 males and 1,419 females. The village has 578 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 510 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,724 literate and 1,126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khulichara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,850 | 1,431 | 1,419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 510 | 248 | 262 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,724 | 968 | 756 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,126 | 463 | 663 |
Nearby Villages of Khulichara
Khulichara 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 Khulichara
Public transport in the Khulichara 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 Silchar to Khulichara is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khulichara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khulichara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khulichara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khulichara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khulichara
Where is Khulichara located?
Khulichara village is located in Sonai Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khulichara?
The Gram Panchayat of Khulichara is Rajanagar-khulichara.
What is the pincode of Khulichara?
The pincode of Khulichara is 788120.
What is the population of Khulichara?
Khulichara has a total population of 2,850, including 1,431 males and 1,419 females.
How many households are there in Khulichara?
There are 578 households in Khulichara.
What is the literacy rate in Khulichara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khulichara is 60.49%. Male literacy is 67.65% and female literacy is 53.28%.