Khaigarh - Raha, Nagaon
Khaigarh is a village situated in the Raha subdivision of Nagaon district, Assam. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raha and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Nagaon. Dighaldari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khaigarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaigarh is 284863. The village covers a total geographical area of 249.83 hectares and falls under the 782103 pincode. Raha is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Khaigarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khaigarh
As per Census 2011, Khaigarh village has a total population of 1,389 people, consisting of 668 males and 721 females. The village has 274 households and a sex ratio of 1,079 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,159 literate and 230 illiterate residents. Additionally, 702 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khaigarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,389 | 668 | 721 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 63 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 702 | 336 | 366 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,159 | 576 | 583 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 92 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Khaigarh
Khaigarh 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 Khaigarh
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khaigarh.
| 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 Raha to Khaigarh is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaon to Khaigarh is about 22 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 Khaigarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khaigarh 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khaigarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khaigarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khaigarh
Where is Khaigarh located?
Khaigarh village is located in Raha Subdivision, Nagaon district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khaigarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Khaigarh is Dighaldari.
What is the pincode of Khaigarh?
The pincode of Khaigarh is 782103.
What is the population of Khaigarh?
Khaigarh has a total population of 1,389, including 668 males and 721 females.
How many households are there in Khaigarh?
There are 274 households in Khaigarh.
What is the literacy rate in Khaigarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaigarh is 83.44%. Male literacy is 86.23% and female literacy is 80.86%.