Kherjan Forest Village - Margherita, Tinsukia
Kherjan Forest Village is a village situated in the Margherita subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. Bogapani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kherjan Forest Village village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kherjan Forest Village is 291057. The village covers a total geographical area of 250.44 hectares and falls under the 786171 pincode. Digboi is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Kherjan Forest Village village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digboi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dibrugarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kherjan Forest Village
According to the 2011 Census, Kherjan Forest Village had a total population of 1,095 people, including 562 males and 533 females, living in 197 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.99%, with male literacy at 90.52% and female literacy at 77.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 178.
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 | 1,095 | 562 | 533 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 77 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 178 | 93 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 792 | 439 | 353 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 123 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Kherjan Forest Village
Kherjan Forest Village 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 Kherjan Forest Village
Public transport in the Kherjan Forest Village is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kherjan Forest Village.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digboi to Kherjan Forest Village is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Kherjan Forest Village is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kherjan Forest Village
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kherjan Forest Village 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kherjan Forest Village
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kherjan Forest Village village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kherjan Forest Village
Where is Kherjan Forest Village located?
Kherjan Forest Village village is located in Margherita Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kherjan Forest Village?
The Gram Panchayat of Kherjan Forest Village is Bogapani.
What is the pincode of Kherjan Forest Village?
The pincode of Kherjan Forest Village is 786171.
What is the population of Kherjan Forest Village?
Kherjan Forest Village had a total population of 1,095, including 562 males and 533 females.
How many households are there in Kherjan Forest Village?
Kherjan Forest Village had 197 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kherjan Forest Village?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kherjan Forest Village was 83.99%. Male literacy was 90.52% and female literacy was 77.07%.