Kamar Khair - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Kamar Khair is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 22.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 34.5 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Ashokegram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kamar Khair village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamar Khair is 310714. The village covers a total geographical area of 137.14 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Kamar Khair village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kumarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kamar Khair
As per Census 2011, Kamar Khair village has a total population of 581 people, consisting of 304 males and 277 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 364 literate and 217 illiterate residents. Additionally, 427 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kamar Khair are given below:
| Category | 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 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 364 | 206 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 98 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Kamar Khair
Kamar Khair 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandura | West | 1.14 km |
| Purbba Shankarpur | North-West | 1.19 km |
| Purbba Bishnupur | North-East | 1.26 km |
| Tikirahail | South | 1.49 km |
| Rampur | East | 1.53 km |
| Narail | South-West | 1.54 km |
| Chakashan | South | 1.67 km |
| Faridpur Domotha | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Ashokgram | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Rayshali | South | 2.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kamar Khair
Kamar Khair is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rampur Bazar, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangarampur to Kamar Khair is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Kamar Khair is about 34.5 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kamar Khair
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamar Khair 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 Kamar Khair
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamar Khair village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kamar Khair
Where is Kamar Khair located?
Kamar Khair village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kamar Khair?
The Gram Panchayat of Kamar Khair is Ashokegram.
What is the pincode of Kamar Khair?
The pincode of Kamar Khair is 733124.
What is the population of Kamar Khair?
Kamar Khair has a total population of 581, including 304 males and 277 females.
How many households are there in Kamar Khair?
There are 127 households in Kamar Khair.
What is the literacy rate in Kamar Khair?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamar Khair is 62.65%. Male literacy is 67.76% and female literacy is 57.04%.