Kamar Khair
Kamar Khair is a village located in Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 22.6km away from sub-district headquarter Gangarampur (tehsildar office) and 34.5km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Ashokegram is the gram panchayat of Kamar Khair village.
Here you can discover what makes Kamar Khair unique in its vibrant Gangarampur-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Kamar Khair’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 Kamar Khair
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kamar Khair is 310714. The village spans a total geographical area of 137.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733124. Gangarampur is nearest town to Kamar Khair village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kamar Khair 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 Kumarganj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kamar Khair
Population of Kamar Khair
According to the 2011 Census, Kamar Khair has a total population of about 581, with approximately 304 males and 277 females. The sex ratio is around 911 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 53 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 427 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.65%, with male literacy at about 67.76% and female literacy near 57.04%. There are around 127 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kamar Khair's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 581 | 304 | 277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 27 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 427 | 221 | 206 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 364 | 206 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 98 | 119 |
Connectivity of Kamar Khair
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kamar Khair. As per the 2011 stats, Kamar Khair had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kamar Khair
Knowing the nearby villages of Kamar Khair helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kamar Khair.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kamar Khair
- Where is Kamar Khair located?
- Kamar Khair village is situated in Gangarampur Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kamar Khair?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kamar Khair is Ashokegram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kamar Khair?
- The pincode of Kamar Khair is 733124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kamar Khair as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kamar Khair is 581, with 304 males and 277 females.
- How many households are there in Kamar Khair as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kamar Khair village has a total of 127 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kamar Khair as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kamar Khair is 62.65%. The male literacy rate is 67.76%, while the female literacy rate is 57.04%.