Khorikotia Grant - Mariani, Jorhat
Khorikotia Grant is a village situated in the Mariani subdivision of Jorhat district, Assam. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mariani and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Jorhat. Dakhin Katoni Bagicha serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Khorikotia Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khorikotia Grant is 294114. The village covers a total geographical area of 388.18 hectares and falls under the 785634 pincode. Mariani is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Khorikotia Grant village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Titabar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khorikotia Grant
According to the 2011 Census, Khorikotia Grant village had a total population of 1,686 people, including 881 males and 805 females, living in 373 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.38%, with male literacy at 62.83% and female literacy at 49.12%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 1,686 | 881 | 805 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 117 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 813 | 480 | 333 |
| Illiterate Population | 873 | 401 | 472 |
Nearby Villages of Khorikotia Grant
Khorikotia Grant 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 Khorikotia Grant
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khorikotia Grant.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mariani to Khorikotia Grant is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jorhat to Khorikotia Grant is about 16 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 Khorikotia Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khorikotia Grant 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khorikotia Grant
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khorikotia Grant 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khorikotia Grant
Where is Khorikotia Grant located?
Khorikotia Grant village is located in Mariani Subdivision, Jorhat district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Khorikotia Grant?
The Gaon Panchayat of Khorikotia Grant is Dakhin Katoni Bagicha.
What is the pincode of Khorikotia Grant?
The pincode of Khorikotia Grant is 785634.
What is the population of Khorikotia Grant?
Khorikotia Grant had a total population of 1,686, including 881 males and 805 females.
How many households are there in Khorikotia Grant?
Khorikotia Grant had 373 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khorikotia Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khorikotia Grant was 56.38%. Male literacy was 62.83% and female literacy was 49.12%.