Dehing Kalghar - Dimow, Sivasagar
Dehing Kalghar is a village situated in the Dimow subdivision of Sivasagar district, Assam. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dimow and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Sivasagar. Rajabari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dehing Kalghar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dehing Kalghar is 292441. The village covers a total geographical area of 193.91 hectares and falls under the 785671 pincode. Sibsagar is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Dehing Kalghar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Demow Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dehing Kalghar
As per Census 2011, Dehing Kalghar village has a total population of 542 people, consisting of 274 males and 268 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 376 literate and 166 illiterate residents. Additionally, 339 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 177 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dehing Kalghar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 542 | 274 | 268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 36 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 339 | 170 | 169 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 177 | 91 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 376 | 210 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 64 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Dehing Kalghar
Dehing Kalghar 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 Dehing Kalghar
Dehing Kalghar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sibsagar to Dehing Kalghar is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Dehing Kalghar is about 38 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 Dehing Kalghar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dehing Kalghar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dehing Kalghar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dehing Kalghar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dehing Kalghar
Where is Dehing Kalghar located?
Dehing Kalghar village is located in Dimow Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dehing Kalghar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dehing Kalghar is Rajabari.
What is the pincode of Dehing Kalghar?
The pincode of Dehing Kalghar is 785671.
What is the population of Dehing Kalghar?
Dehing Kalghar has a total population of 542, including 274 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Dehing Kalghar?
There are 94 households in Dehing Kalghar.
What is the literacy rate in Dehing Kalghar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dehing Kalghar is 69.37%. Male literacy is 76.64% and female literacy is 61.94%.