Kherkata - Bhuragaon, Marigaon
Kherkata is a village situated in the Bhuragaon subdivision of Marigaon district, Assam. It is located approximately 110 km from Bhuragaon and around 30 km from Morigaon. Haibargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kherkata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kherkata is 283675. The village covers a total geographical area of 234.52 hectares and falls under the 782121 pincode. Marigaon is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Kherkata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morigaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Kherkata
Kherkata 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 Kherkata
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kherkata. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kherkata.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Marigaon to Kherkata is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Morigaon to Kherkata is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kherkata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kherkata 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 Kherkata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kherkata 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kherkata
Where is Kherkata located?
Kherkata village is located in Bhuragaon Subdivision, Marigaon district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kherkata?
The Gram Panchayat of Kherkata is Haibargaon.
What is the pincode of Kherkata?
The pincode of Kherkata is 782121.