Kherani - Jonai, Dhemaji
Kherani is a village situated in the Jonai subdivision of Dhemaji district, Assam. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jonai and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Dhemaji. Simen Chapori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kherani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kherani is 289244. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 787061 pincode. Silapathar is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Kherani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lakhimpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kherani
As per Census 2011, Kherani village has a total population of 1,018 people, consisting of 532 males and 486 females. The village has 216 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 152 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 671 literate and 347 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kherani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,018 | 532 | 486 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 78 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 11 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 671 | 383 | 288 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 149 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Kherani
Kherani 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 Kherani
Public transport in the Kherani is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kherani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silapathar to Kherani is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhemaji to Kherani is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kherani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kherani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kherani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kherani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kherani
Where is Kherani located?
Kherani village is located in Jonai Subdivision, Dhemaji district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kherani?
The Gram Panchayat of Kherani is Simen Chapori.
What is the pincode of Kherani?
The pincode of Kherani is 787061.
What is the population of Kherani?
Kherani has a total population of 1,018, including 532 males and 486 females.
How many households are there in Kherani?
There are 216 households in Kherani.
What is the literacy rate in Kherani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kherani is 65.91%. Male literacy is 71.99% and female literacy is 59.26%.