Khirpai
Khirpai is a village located in Indpur subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.8km away from sub-district headquarter Indpur. Bankura is the district headquarter of Khirpai village. As per 2009 stats, Gourbazar is the gram panchayat of Khirpai village.
Here you can discover what makes Khirpai unique in its vibrant Indpur-Bankura region. You’ll see Khirpai’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 Khirpai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khirpai is 326843. The village spans a total geographical area of 83.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722121. Bankura is nearest town to Khirpai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Khirpai village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Taldangra Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bankura Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Khirpai
Population of Khirpai
According to the 2011 Census, Khirpai has a total population of about 444, with approximately 233 males and 211 females. The sex ratio is around 905 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 60 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 246 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.68%, with male literacy at about 68.24% and female literacy near 50.24%. There are around 106 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Khirpai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 444 | 233 | 211 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 34 | 26 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 246 | 126 | 120 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 265 | 159 | 106 |
Illiterate Population | 179 | 74 | 105 |
Connectivity of Khirpai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khirpai. As per the 2011 stats, Khirpai 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khirpai
Knowing the nearby villages of Khirpai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khirpai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khirpai
- Where is Khirpai located?
- Khirpai village is situated in Indpur Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khirpai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Khirpai is Gourbazar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Khirpai?
- The pincode of Khirpai is 722121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khirpai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khirpai is 444, with 233 males and 211 females.
- How many households are there in Khirpai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khirpai village has a total of 106 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khirpai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khirpai is 59.68%. The male literacy rate is 68.24%, while the female literacy rate is 50.24%.