Kharigaon - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Kharigaon is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharigaon is 272901. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
Kharigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Selsella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kharigaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kharigaon village had a total population of 551 people, including 264 males and 287 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 1,087 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.42%, with male literacy at 53.91% and female literacy at 47.13%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 551.
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 | 551 | 264 | 287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 34 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 551 | 264 | 287 |
| Literate Population | 239 | 124 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 140 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Kharigaon
Kharigaon 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 Kharigaon
Public transport in the Kharigaon 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 Tura to Kharigaon is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharigaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kharigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharigaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kharigaon
Where is Kharigaon located?
Kharigaon village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Kharigaon?
The pincode of Kharigaon is 794104.
What is the population of Kharigaon?
Kharigaon had a total population of 551, including 264 males and 287 females.
How many households are there in Kharigaon?
Kharigaon had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharigaon was 50.42%. Male literacy was 53.91% and female literacy was 47.13%.