Karhana Pathar - Dhekiajuli (Pt), Sonitpur
Karhana Pathar is a village situated in the Dhekiajuli (Pt) subdivision of Sonitpur district, Assam. It is located approximately 157 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhekiajuli and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Tezpur. Niz-borchola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karhana Pathar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karhana Pathar is 285825. The village covers a total geographical area of 140.43 hectares and falls under the 784111 pincode. Dhekiajuli is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Karhana Pathar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barchalla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sonitpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karhana Pathar
According to the 2011 Census, Karhana Pathar village had a total population of 537 people, including 285 males and 252 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.61%, with male literacy at 59.52% and female literacy at 51.10%.
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 | 537 | 285 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 75 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 218 | 125 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 319 | 160 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Karhana Pathar
Karhana Pathar 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 Karhana Pathar
Karhana Pathar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Dhekiajuli to Karhana Pathar is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tezpur to Karhana Pathar is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karhana Pathar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karhana Pathar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karhana Pathar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karhana Pathar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karhana Pathar
Where is Karhana Pathar located?
Karhana Pathar village is located in Dhekiajuli (Pt) Subdivision, Sonitpur district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karhana Pathar?
The Gram Panchayat of Karhana Pathar is Niz-borchola.
What is the pincode of Karhana Pathar?
The pincode of Karhana Pathar is 784111.
What is the population of Karhana Pathar?
Karhana Pathar had a total population of 537, including 285 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Karhana Pathar?
Karhana Pathar had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karhana Pathar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karhana Pathar was 55.61%. Male literacy was 59.52% and female literacy was 51.10%.