Khanikar
Khanikar is a village located in Dimow subdivision of Sivasagar district in Assam, India. It is situated 30km away from district headquarter Dimow. Dimow is the sub-district headquarter of Khanikar village. As per 2009 stats, Bakhar Bengena is the gram panchayat of Khanikar village.
Khanikar has its own place in the vibrant Sivasagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Khanikar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khanikar is 292557. The village spans a total geographical area of 341 hectares. Sibsagar is nearest town to Khanikar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Khanikar
Population of Khanikar
Below is a concise population overview of Khanikar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 835 | 424 | 411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 46 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209 | 110 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 668 | 359 | 309 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 65 | 102 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khanikar village:
- The total population of Khanikar village is around 835, including approximately 424 males and 411 females, with a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 94 children aged 0–6 years in Khanikar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khanikar village has 209 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khanikar village is about 80.00%, with male literacy at 84.67% and female literacy at 75.18%.
- There are around 181 households in Khanikar village.
Connectivity of Khanikar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khanikar. As per the 2011 stats, Khanikar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khanikar
Knowing the nearby villages of Khanikar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khanikar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khanikar
- Where is Khanikar located?
- Khanikar village is situated in Dimow Subdivision, within the Sivasagar district of Assam, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khanikar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Khanikar is Bakhar Bengena (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Khanikar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khanikar is 835, with 424 males and 411 females.
- How many households are there in Khanikar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khanikar village has a total of 181 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khanikar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khanikar is 80.00%. The male literacy rate is 84.67%, while the female literacy rate is 75.18%.