Khantapara
Khantapara is a village located in Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.4km away from sub-district headquarter Kushmundi (tehsildar office) and 76km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Karanji is the gram panchayat of Khantapara village.
Here you can discover what makes Khantapara unique in its vibrant Kushmundi-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Khantapara’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 Khantapara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khantapara is 310415. The village spans a total geographical area of 216.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733132. Kaliaganj is nearest town to Khantapara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Khantapara
Population of Khantapara
According to the 2011 Census, Khantapara has a total population of about 1,682, with approximately 837 males and 845 females. The sex ratio is around 1009 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 215 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 975 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 79. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.63%, with male literacy at about 58.90% and female literacy near 48.40%. There are around 369 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Khantapara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,682 | 837 | 845 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 111 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 975 | 497 | 478 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 31 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 902 | 493 | 409 |
| Illiterate Population | 780 | 344 | 436 |
Connectivity of Khantapara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khantapara. As per the 2011 stats, Khantapara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khantapara
Knowing the nearby villages of Khantapara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khantapara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khantapara
- Where is Khantapara located?
- Khantapara village is situated in Kushmundi Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khantapara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Khantapara is Karanji (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Khantapara?
- The pincode of Khantapara is 733132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khantapara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khantapara is 1,682, with 837 males and 845 females.
- How many households are there in Khantapara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khantapara village has a total of 369 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khantapara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khantapara is 53.63%. The male literacy rate is 58.90%, while the female literacy rate is 48.40%.