Khongia - Dergaon, Golaghat
Khongia is a village situated in the Dergaon subdivision of Golaghat district, Assam. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dergaon and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Golaghat. Baruabamungaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khongia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khongia is 294411. The village covers a total geographical area of 402 hectares and falls under the 785614 pincode. Dergaon is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Khongia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dergaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaziranga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khongia
According to the 2011 Census, Khongia village had a total population of 2,756 people, including 1,414 males and 1,342 females, living in 598 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.87%, with male literacy at 95.77% and female literacy at 89.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 717, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 314.
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 | 2,756 | 1,414 | 1,342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 247 | 136 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 717 | 365 | 352 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 314 | 162 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 2,330 | 1,224 | 1,106 |
| Illiterate Population | 426 | 190 | 236 |
Nearby Villages of Khongia
Khongia 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 Khongia
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Khongia. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Khongia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dergaon to Khongia is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Golaghat to Khongia is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khongia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khongia 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 Khongia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khongia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khongia
Where is Khongia located?
Khongia village is located in Dergaon Subdivision, Golaghat district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khongia?
The Gram Panchayat of Khongia is Baruabamungaon.
What is the pincode of Khongia?
The pincode of Khongia is 785614.
What is the population of Khongia?
Khongia had a total population of 2,756, including 1,414 males and 1,342 females.
How many households are there in Khongia?
Khongia had 598 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khongia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khongia was 92.87%. Male literacy was 95.77% and female literacy was 89.85%.