Kharigaon
Kharigaon is a village located in Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Selsella (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Tura.
Here you can discover what makes Kharigaon unique in its vibrant Selsella-West Garo Hills region. You’ll see Kharigaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kharigaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharigaon is 272901. Selsella is nearest town to Kharigaon village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kharigaon
Population of Kharigaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kharigaon has a total population of about 551, with approximately 264 males and 287 females. The sex ratio is around 1087 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 77 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 551. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.38%, with male literacy at about 46.97% and female literacy near 40.07%. There are around 120 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharigaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 551 | 264 | 287 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 34 | 43 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 551 | 264 | 287 |
Literate Population | 239 | 124 | 115 |
Illiterate Population | 312 | 140 | 172 |
Connectivity of Kharigaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharigaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kharigaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharigaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharigaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharigaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharigaon
- Where is Kharigaon located?
- Kharigaon village is situated in Selsella Subdivision, within the West Garo Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
- What is the pincode of Kharigaon?
- The pincode of Kharigaon is 794104, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharigaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharigaon is 551, with 264 males and 287 females.
- How many households are there in Kharigaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharigaon village has a total of 120 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharigaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharigaon is 43.38%. The male literacy rate is 46.97%, while the female literacy rate is 40.07%.