Khangdam - Haflong, Dima Hasao
Khangdam is a village situated in the Haflong subdivision of Dima Hasao district, Assam. It is located approximately 14 km from Umrangso and around 133 km from Haflong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khangdam is 298338. The village covers a total geographical area of 2 hectares and falls under the 788832 pincode. Umrangso is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Khangdam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Population of Khangdam
According to the 2011 Census, Khangdam village had a total population of 42 people, including 22 males and 20 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.57%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 58.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 7 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Khangdam
Khangdam 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 Khangdam
Public transport in the Khangdam is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umrangso to Khangdam is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Haflong to Khangdam is about 133 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khangdam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khangdam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khangdam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khangdam 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 Khangdam
Where is Khangdam located?
Khangdam village is located in Haflong Subdivision, Dima Hasao district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of Khangdam?
The pincode of Khangdam is 788832.
What is the population of Khangdam?
Khangdam had a total population of 42, including 22 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Khangdam?
Khangdam had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khangdam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khangdam was 67.57%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 58.82%.