Khanikar Gaon - Dibrugarh East, Dibrugarh
Khanikar Gaon is a village situated in the Dibrugarh East subdivision of Dibrugarh district, Assam. It is located approximately 15 km from Dibrugarh, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Ekoratoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khanikar Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanikar Gaon is 291307. The village covers a total geographical area of 237.96 hectares and falls under the 786003 pincode. Dibrugarh is the nearest town, located about 15 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 Chabua Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dibrugarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khanikar Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Khanikar Gaon village had a total population of 484 people, including 241 males and 243 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.44%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 83.18%.
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 | 484 | 241 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 369 | 186 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 55 | 60 |
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 shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khanikar Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dibrugarh to Khanikar Gaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khanikar Gaon
Where is Khanikar Gaon located?
Khanikar Gaon village is located in Dibrugarh East Subdivision, Dibrugarh district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanikar Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Khanikar Gaon is Ekoratoli.
What is the pincode of Khanikar Gaon?
The pincode of Khanikar Gaon is 786003.
What is the population of Khanikar Gaon?
Khanikar Gaon had a total population of 484, including 241 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Khanikar Gaon?
Khanikar Gaon had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanikar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanikar Gaon was 84.44%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 83.18%.