Khalihamari - Dimow, Sivasagar
Khalihamari is a village situated in the Dimow subdivision of Sivasagar district, Assam. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dimow and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Sivasagar. Rajabari serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Khalihamari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khalihamari is 292439. The village covers a total geographical area of 213.44 hectares and falls under the 785671 pincode. Sibsagar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Khalihamari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President 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 Khalihamari
According to the 2011 Census, Khalihamari village had a total population of 379 people, including 208 males and 171 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 822 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.94%, with male literacy at 94.71% and female literacy at 77.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 379 | 208 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 293 | 179 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 29 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Khalihamari
Khalihamari 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 Khalihamari
Khalihamari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Khalihamari is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Khalihamari is about 40 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 Khalihamari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khalihamari 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 Khalihamari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khalihamari 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khalihamari
Where is Khalihamari located?
Khalihamari village is located in Dimow Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Khalihamari?
The Gaon Panchayat of Khalihamari is Rajabari.
What is the pincode of Khalihamari?
The pincode of Khalihamari is 785671.
What is the population of Khalihamari?
Khalihamari had a total population of 379, including 208 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Khalihamari?
Khalihamari had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khalihamari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalihamari was 86.94%. Male literacy was 94.71% and female literacy was 77.03%.