Khaloi Gaon - Doom Dooma, Tinsukia
Khaloi Gaon is a village situated in the Doom Dooma subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Doom Dooma and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Dhola-dhadum serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khaloi Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaloi Gaon is 290105. The village covers a total geographical area of 116.93 hectares and falls under the 786154 pincode. Doomdoma is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khaloi Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sadiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lakhimpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khaloi Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Khaloi Gaon village had a total population of 653 people, including 338 males and 315 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.20%, with male literacy at 44.04% and female literacy at 38.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 61.
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 | 653 | 338 | 315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 61 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 29 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 220 | 122 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 433 | 216 | 217 |
Nearby Villages of Khaloi Gaon
Khaloi Gaon 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 Khaloi Gaon
Khaloi Gaon 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Doomdoma to Khaloi Gaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Khaloi Gaon 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 Khaloi Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khaloi Gaon 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khaloi Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khaloi Gaon 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khaloi Gaon
Where is Khaloi Gaon located?
Khaloi Gaon village is located in Doom Dooma Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khaloi Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Khaloi Gaon is Dhola-dhadum.
What is the pincode of Khaloi Gaon?
The pincode of Khaloi Gaon is 786154.
What is the population of Khaloi Gaon?
Khaloi Gaon had a total population of 653, including 338 males and 315 females.
How many households are there in Khaloi Gaon?
Khaloi Gaon had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khaloi Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaloi Gaon was 41.20%. Male literacy was 44.04% and female literacy was 38.13%.