Khanikar Gaon - Mahmora, Charaideo
Khanikar Gaon is a village situated in the Mahmora subdivision of Charaideo district, Assam. It is located approximately 45 km from Sivasagar. Milon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khanikar Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanikar Gaon is 293198. The village covers a total geographical area of 142.46 hectares and falls under the 785669 pincode. Moranhat is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Khanikar Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahmora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khanikar Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Khanikar Gaon village had a total population of 520 people, including 269 males and 251 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.63%, with male literacy at 84.12% and female literacy at 72.85%.
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 | 520 | 269 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 36 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 357 | 196 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 73 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Khanikar Gaon
Khanikar Gaon 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 Khanikar Gaon
Khanikar Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khanikar Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Moranhat to Khanikar Gaon is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Khanikar Gaon is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khanikar Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanikar Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khanikar Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanikar Gaon 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 Khanikar Gaon
Where is Khanikar Gaon located?
Khanikar Gaon village is located in Mahmora Subdivision, Charaideo district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanikar Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Khanikar Gaon is Milon.
What is the pincode of Khanikar Gaon?
The pincode of Khanikar Gaon is 785669.
What is the population of Khanikar Gaon?
Khanikar Gaon had a total population of 520, including 269 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Khanikar Gaon?
Khanikar Gaon had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanikar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanikar Gaon was 78.63%. Male literacy was 84.12% and female literacy was 72.85%.