Kamarkhul - Murarai - II, Birbhum
Kamarkhul is a village situated in the Murarai - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paikar and around 84.4 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Jajigram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kamarkhul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamarkhul is 316104. The village covers a total geographical area of 424.3 hectares and falls under the 731221 pincode. Jangipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kamarkhul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murarai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kamarkhul
As per Census 2011, Kamarkhul village has a total population of 4,598 people, consisting of 2,358 males and 2,240 females. The village has 1,044 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 762 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,003 literate and 2,595 illiterate residents. Additionally, 114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kamarkhul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,598 | 2,358 | 2,240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 762 | 386 | 376 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 60 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 2,003 | 1,112 | 891 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,595 | 1,246 | 1,349 |
Nearby Villages of Kamarkhul
Kamarkhul is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gaganpur | South-East | 2.72 km |
| Kathia | West | 3.04 km |
| Jijigram | North-East | 3.14 km |
| Baliadanga | North-West | 3.30 km |
| Kulara | North | 3.44 km |
| Paikar | South | 3.57 km |
| Majhara | North-West | 4.07 km |
| Narottampur | North | 4.20 km |
| Makhlispur | South-West | 4.44 km |
| Uttar Ramchandrapur | North | 4.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kamarkhul
Kamarkhul is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Murarai, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jangipur to Kamarkhul is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Kamarkhul is about 84.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kamarkhul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamarkhul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kamarkhul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamarkhul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kamarkhul
Where is Kamarkhul located?
Kamarkhul village is located in Murarai - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kamarkhul?
The Gram Panchayat of Kamarkhul is Jajigram.
What is the pincode of Kamarkhul?
The pincode of Kamarkhul is 731221.
What is the population of Kamarkhul?
Kamarkhul has a total population of 4,598, including 2,358 males and 2,240 females.
How many households are there in Kamarkhul?
There are 1,044 households in Kamarkhul.
What is the literacy rate in Kamarkhul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamarkhul is 43.56%. Male literacy is 47.16% and female literacy is 39.78%.