Kharikhana Gaon - Lanka, Hojai
Kharikhana Gaon is a village situated in the Lanka subdivision of Hojai district, Assam. It is located approximately 8 km from Lanka and around 73 km from Nagaon. Bordolong serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharikhana Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharikhana Gaon is 285382. The village covers a total geographical area of 116.61 hectares and falls under the 782442 pincode. Lanka is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Kharikhana 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 Hojai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaziranga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kharikhana Gaon
As per Census 2011, Kharikhana Gaon village has a total population of 1,764 people, consisting of 908 males and 856 females. The village has 331 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 308 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,000 literate and 764 illiterate residents. Additionally, 693 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 68 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kharikhana Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,764 | 908 | 856 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 308 | 158 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 693 | 360 | 333 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 37 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 1,000 | 560 | 440 |
| Illiterate Population | 764 | 348 | 416 |
Nearby Villages of Kharikhana Gaon
Kharikhana 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 Kharikhana Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kharikhana Gaon. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kharikhana 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 Lanka to Kharikhana Gaon is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaon to Kharikhana Gaon is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharikhana Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharikhana Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kharikhana 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 Kharikhana Gaon 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 Kharikhana Gaon
Where is Kharikhana Gaon located?
Kharikhana Gaon village is located in Lanka Subdivision, Hojai district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharikhana Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharikhana Gaon is Bordolong.
What is the pincode of Kharikhana Gaon?
The pincode of Kharikhana Gaon is 782442.
What is the population of Kharikhana Gaon?
Kharikhana Gaon has a total population of 1,764, including 908 males and 856 females.
How many households are there in Kharikhana Gaon?
There are 331 households in Kharikhana Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Kharikhana Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharikhana Gaon is 56.69%. Male literacy is 61.67% and female literacy is 51.40%.