Khong Khong Basti (Khang Khang Basti) - Lanka, Hojai
Khong Khong Basti (Khang Khang Basti) is a village situated in the Lanka subdivision of Hojai district, Assam. It is located approximately 10 km from Lanka and around 67 km from Nagaon. Laskarpathar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khong Khong Basti (Khang Khang Basti) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khong Khong Basti (Khang Khang Basti) is 285375. The village covers a total geographical area of 189.13 hectares and falls under the 782429 pincode. Lanka is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khong Khong Basti (Khang Khang Basti) 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 Khong Khong Basti (Khang Khang Basti)
According to the 2011 Census, Khong Khong Basti (Khang Khang Basti) village had a total population of 1,231 people, including 611 males and 620 females, living in 214 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.05%, with male literacy at 80.93% and female literacy at 69.22%.
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 | 1,231 | 611 | 620 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 118 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 743 | 399 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 488 | 212 | 276 |
Nearby Villages of Khong Khong Basti (Khang Khang Basti)
Khong Khong Basti (Khang Khang Basti) 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 Khong Khong Basti (Khang Khang Basti)
Khong Khong Basti (Khang Khang Basti) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lanka to Khong Khong Basti (Khang Khang Basti) is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaon to Khong Khong Basti (Khang Khang Basti) 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 Khong Khong Basti (Khang Khang Basti)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khong Khong Basti (Khang Khang Basti) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khong Khong Basti (Khang Khang Basti)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khong Khong Basti (Khang Khang Basti) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khong Khong Basti (Khang Khang Basti)
Where is Khong Khong Basti (Khang Khang Basti) located?
Khong Khong Basti (Khang Khang Basti) village is located in Lanka Subdivision, Hojai district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khong Khong Basti (Khang Khang Basti)?
The Gram Panchayat of Khong Khong Basti (Khang Khang Basti) is Laskarpathar.
What is the pincode of Khong Khong Basti (Khang Khang Basti)?
The pincode of Khong Khong Basti (Khang Khang Basti) is 782429.
What is the population of Khong Khong Basti (Khang Khang Basti)?
Khong Khong Basti (Khang Khang Basti) had a total population of 1,231, including 611 males and 620 females.
How many households are there in Khong Khong Basti (Khang Khang Basti)?
Khong Khong Basti (Khang Khang Basti) had 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khong Khong Basti (Khang Khang Basti)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khong Khong Basti (Khang Khang Basti) was 75.05%. Male literacy was 80.93% and female literacy was 69.22%.