Kaliyani Gaon - Sissibargaon, Dhemaji
Kaliyani Gaon is a village situated in the Sissibargaon subdivision of Dhemaji district, Assam. It is located approximately 516 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dispur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Dhemaji. Namani Sissitangani serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Kaliyani Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaliyani Gaon is 289020. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.72 hectares and falls under the 787110 pincode. Silapathar is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Kaliyani Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President 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 Kaliyani Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kaliyani Gaon village had a total population of 491 people, including 247 males and 244 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.64%, with male literacy at 55.56% and female literacy at 47.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 491.
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 | 491 | 247 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 58 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 491 | 247 | 244 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 105 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 302 | 142 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Kaliyani Gaon
Kaliyani 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 Kaliyani Gaon
Kaliyani Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silapathar to Kaliyani Gaon is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhemaji to Kaliyani Gaon is about 35 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 Kaliyani Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaliyani 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kaliyani 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 Kaliyani 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kaliyani Gaon
Where is Kaliyani Gaon located?
Kaliyani Gaon village is located in Sissibargaon Subdivision, Dhemaji district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Kaliyani Gaon?
The Gaon Panchayat of Kaliyani Gaon is Namani Sissitangani.
What is the pincode of Kaliyani Gaon?
The pincode of Kaliyani Gaon is 787110.
What is the population of Kaliyani Gaon?
Kaliyani Gaon had a total population of 491, including 247 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Kaliyani Gaon?
Kaliyani Gaon had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaliyani Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaliyani Gaon was 51.64%. Male literacy was 55.56% and female literacy was 47.46%.