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
As per Census 2011, Kharigaon village has a total population of 551 people, consisting of 264 males and 287 females. The village has 120 households and a sex ratio of 1,087 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 239 literate and 312 illiterate residents. Additionally, 551 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kharigaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 551 | 264 | 287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 34 | 43 |
| 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 has a total population of 551, including 264 males and 287 females.
How many households are there in Kharigaon?
There are 120 households in Kharigaon.
What is the literacy rate in Kharigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharigaon is 43.38%. Male literacy is 46.97% and female literacy is 40.07%.