Khandra
About Khandra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Khandra village is 319737. Khandra village is located in Manteswar subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.1km away from sub-district headquarter Manteswar. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Khandra village. As per 2009 stats, Pipalan is the gram panchayat of Khandra village.
The total geographical area of village is 167.44 hectares. Khandra has a total population of 1,919 peoples, out of which male population is 988 while female population is 931. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 942 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of khandra village is 65.03% out of which 72.06% males and 57.57% females are literate. There are about 469 houses in khandra village. Pincode of khandra village locality is 713422.
When it comes to administration, Khandra village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Khandra village comes under Monteswar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bardhaman - Durgapur Lok Sabha constituency. Barddhaman is nearest town to khandra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
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Population of Khandra
The population details of Khandra cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,919 | 988 | 931 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 180 | 84 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 851 | 441 | 410 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 189 | 95 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 1,248 | 712 | 536 |
| Illiterate Population | 671 | 276 | 395 |
Connectivity of Khandra
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Khandra
Where is Khandra located?
Khandra village is situated in Manteswar Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khandra?
The Gram Panchayat of Khandra is Pipalan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Khandra?
The pincode of Khandra is 713422, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khandra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khandra is 1,919, with 988 males and 931 females.
How many households are there in Khandra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khandra village has a total of 469 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khandra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khandra is 65.03%. The male literacy rate is 72.06%, while the female literacy rate is 57.57%.