Kharjan Gaon - Doom Dooma, Tinsukia
Kharjan Gaon is a village situated in the Doom Dooma subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Doom Dooma and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Koomsung serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharjan Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharjan Gaon is 290385. The village covers a total geographical area of 230.06 hectares and falls under the 786189 pincode. Doomdoma is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kharjan 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 Doomdooma Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lakhimpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kharjan Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kharjan Gaon village had a total population of 1,259 people, including 639 males and 620 females, living in 247 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.58%, with male literacy at 82.44% and female literacy at 70.47%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 26.
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 | 1,259 | 639 | 620 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 81 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 837 | 460 | 377 |
| Illiterate Population | 422 | 179 | 243 |
Nearby Villages of Kharjan Gaon
Kharjan 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 Kharjan Gaon
Kharjan Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kharjan Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Doomdoma to Kharjan Gaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Kharjan Gaon is about 36 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 Kharjan Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharjan Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kharjan 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 Kharjan Gaon 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 Kharjan Gaon
Where is Kharjan Gaon located?
Kharjan Gaon village is located in Doom Dooma Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharjan Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharjan Gaon is Koomsung.
What is the pincode of Kharjan Gaon?
The pincode of Kharjan Gaon is 786189.
What is the population of Kharjan Gaon?
Kharjan Gaon had a total population of 1,259, including 639 males and 620 females.
How many households are there in Kharjan Gaon?
Kharjan Gaon had 247 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharjan Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharjan Gaon was 76.58%. Male literacy was 82.44% and female literacy was 70.47%.