Khatua - Naharkatiya, Dibrugarh
Khatua is a village situated in the Naharkatiya subdivision of Dibrugarh district, Assam. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naharkatiya and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Dibrugarh. Amguri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khatua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khatua is 292267. The village covers a total geographical area of 201.18 hectares and falls under the 786611 pincode. Naharkatiya is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Khatua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khatua
According to the 2011 Census, Khatua village had a total population of 508 people, including 256 males and 252 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.19%, with male literacy at 93.86% and female literacy at 88.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 266.
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 | 508 | 256 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 266 | 139 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 414 | 214 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 42 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Khatua
Khatua 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 Khatua
Khatua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khatua.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Naharkatiya to Khatua is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dibrugarh to Khatua is about 67 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 Khatua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khatua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khatua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khatua 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khatua
Where is Khatua located?
Khatua village is located in Naharkatiya Subdivision, Dibrugarh district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khatua?
The Gram Panchayat of Khatua is Amguri.
What is the pincode of Khatua?
The pincode of Khatua is 786611.
What is the population of Khatua?
Khatua had a total population of 508, including 256 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Khatua?
Khatua had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khatua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khatua was 91.19%. Male literacy was 93.86% and female literacy was 88.50%.