Kharuvas - Lakhipur, Goalpara
Kharuvas is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Goalpara. Rajmita serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharuvas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharuvas is 281841. The village covers a total geographical area of 1028.34 hectares and falls under the 783129 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Kharuvas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kharuvas
According to the 2011 Census, Kharuvas village had a total population of 4,411 people, including 2,213 males and 2,198 females, living in 813 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.30%, with male literacy at 60.67% and female literacy at 51.75%.
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 | 4,411 | 2,213 | 2,198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 965 | 456 | 509 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,940 | 1,066 | 874 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,471 | 1,147 | 1,324 |
Nearby Villages of Kharuvas
Kharuvas 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 Kharuvas
Public transport in the Kharuvas is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Lakhipur to Kharuvas is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Goalpara to Kharuvas is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharuvas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharuvas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kharuvas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharuvas 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 Kharuvas
Where is Kharuvas located?
Kharuvas village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharuvas?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharuvas is Rajmita.
What is the pincode of Kharuvas?
The pincode of Kharuvas is 783129.
What is the population of Kharuvas?
Kharuvas had a total population of 4,411, including 2,213 males and 2,198 females.
How many households are there in Kharuvas?
Kharuvas had 813 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharuvas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharuvas was 56.30%. Male literacy was 60.67% and female literacy was 51.75%.