Khozapur Village - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Khozapur is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 50.4 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Jahangirpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khozapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khozapur is 310584. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.22 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khozapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kushmandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khozapur
As per Census 2011, Khozapur village has a total population of 937 people, consisting of 483 males and 454 females. The village has 212 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 589 literate and 348 illiterate residents. Additionally, 801 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 97 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khozapur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 937 | 483 | 454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 48 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 801 | 408 | 393 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 53 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 589 | 340 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 348 | 143 | 205 |
Nearby Villages of Khozapur
Khozapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Singfarka | North | 1.01 km |
| Kasba | South | 1.35 km |
| Dauiatpur | East | 1.47 km |
| Dafarpur | South-East | 1.70 km |
| Kathalhat Hosenpur | West | 1.74 km |
| Nalafarka | North | 1.97 km |
| Hamzapur | North-East | 2.12 km |
| Takipur | South-East | 2.38 km |
| Mallikpur | North-East | 2.52 km |
| Sekendarpur | North-West | 2.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khozapur
Khozapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gangarampur, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.5 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangarampur to Khozapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Khozapur is about 50.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khozapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khozapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khozapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khozapur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khozapur
Where is Khozapur located?
Khozapur village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khozapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khozapur is Jahangirpur.
What is the pincode of Khozapur?
The pincode of Khozapur is 733124.
What is the population of Khozapur?
Khozapur has a total population of 937, including 483 males and 454 females.
How many households are there in Khozapur?
There are 212 households in Khozapur.
What is the literacy rate in Khozapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khozapur is 62.86%. Male literacy is 70.39% and female literacy is 54.85%.