Khamun - Dimow, Sivasagar
Khamun is a village situated in the Dimow subdivision of Sivasagar district, Assam. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dimow and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Sivasagar. Bakhar Bengena serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khamun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khamun is 292560. The village covers a total geographical area of 758 hectares and falls under the 785674 pincode. Sibsagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khamun 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 Khamun
According to the 2011 Census, Khamun village had a total population of 1,608 people, including 836 males and 772 females, living in 334 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.63%, with male literacy at 96.03% and female literacy at 82.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,608 | 836 | 772 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 105 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 26 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,270 | 702 | 568 |
| Illiterate Population | 338 | 134 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Khamun
Khamun 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 Khamun
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Khamun. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khamun.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sibsagar to Khamun is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Khamun is about 20 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 Khamun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khamun 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khamun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khamun village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khamun
Where is Khamun located?
Khamun village is located in Dimow Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khamun?
The Gram Panchayat of Khamun is Bakhar Bengena.
What is the pincode of Khamun?
The pincode of Khamun is 785674.
What is the population of Khamun?
Khamun had a total population of 1,608, including 836 males and 772 females.
How many households are there in Khamun?
Khamun had 334 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khamun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khamun was 89.63%. Male literacy was 96.03% and female literacy was 82.80%.