Garakhia Khuti - Laharighat, Marigaon
Garakhia Khuti is a village situated in the Laharighat subdivision of Marigaon district, Assam. It is located approximately 4 km from Raja Gadhowa,laharighat and around 30 km from Morigaon. Kathani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garakhia Khuti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garakhia Khuti is 283755. The village covers a total geographical area of 224.93 hectares and falls under the 782127 pincode. Moirabari is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Garakhia Khuti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Laharighat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garakhia Khuti
According to the 2011 Census, Garakhia Khuti village had a total population of 162 people, including 71 males and 91 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,282 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.17%, with male literacy at 82.09% and female literacy at 69.51%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 152.
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 | 162 | 71 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 4 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 152 | 68 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 55 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 16 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Garakhia Khuti
Garakhia Khuti 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 Garakhia Khuti
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Garakhia Khuti. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Garakhia Khuti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Moirabari to Garakhia Khuti is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Morigaon to Garakhia Khuti 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 Garakhia Khuti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garakhia Khuti 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 Garakhia Khuti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garakhia Khuti 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garakhia Khuti
Where is Garakhia Khuti located?
Garakhia Khuti village is located in Laharighat Subdivision, Marigaon district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garakhia Khuti?
The Gram Panchayat of Garakhia Khuti is Kathani.
What is the pincode of Garakhia Khuti?
The pincode of Garakhia Khuti is 782127.
What is the population of Garakhia Khuti?
Garakhia Khuti had a total population of 162, including 71 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Garakhia Khuti?
Garakhia Khuti had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garakhia Khuti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garakhia Khuti was 75.17%. Male literacy was 82.09% and female literacy was 69.51%.