Khushtikuri - Illambazar, Birbhum
Khushtikuri is a village situated in the Illambazar subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Illambazar and around 20.6 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Batikar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khushtikuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khushtikuri is 318049. The village covers a total geographical area of 161.42 hectares and falls under the 731236 pincode. Suri is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Khushtikuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Khushtikuri
According to the 2011 Census, Khushtikuri village had a total population of 1,994 people, including 1,039 males and 955 females, living in 480 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.12%, with male literacy at 79.62% and female literacy at 65.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84.
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 | 1,994 | 1,039 | 955 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 146 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 47 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,243 | 711 | 532 |
| Illiterate Population | 751 | 328 | 423 |
Nearby Villages of Khushtikuri
Khushtikuri 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 Khushtikuri
Khushtikuri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Suri to Khushtikuri is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Khushtikuri is about 20.6 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khushtikuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khushtikuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khushtikuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khushtikuri 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Khushtikuri
Where is Khushtikuri located?
Khushtikuri village is located in Illambazar Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khushtikuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Khushtikuri is Batikar.
What is the pincode of Khushtikuri?
The pincode of Khushtikuri is 731236.
What is the population of Khushtikuri?
Khushtikuri had a total population of 1,994, including 1,039 males and 955 females.
How many households are there in Khushtikuri?
Khushtikuri had 480 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khushtikuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khushtikuri was 73.12%. Male literacy was 79.62% and female literacy was 65.92%.