Khosalpur

Khosalpur is a village located in Tapan subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 24.1km away from sub-district headquarter Tapan. Balurghat is the district headquarter of Khosalpur village. As per 2009 stats, Rampara Chenchra is the gram panchayat of Khosalpur village.

Khosalpur has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Dinajpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Khosalpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khosalpur is 311386. The village spans a total geographical area of 226.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733127. Gangarampur is nearest town to Khosalpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

When it comes to local governance, Khosalpur 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 Gangarampur 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.

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Population of Khosalpur

Below is a concise population overview of Khosalpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,177 595 582
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 143 84 59
Scheduled Castes (SC) 462 244 218
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 565 265 300
Literate Population 615 341 274
Illiterate Population 562 254 308

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khosalpur village:

  • The total population of Khosalpur village is around 1,177, including approximately 595 males and 582 females, with a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 143 children aged 0–6 years in Khosalpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Khosalpur village has 462 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 565 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Khosalpur village is about 52.25%, with male literacy at 57.31% and female literacy at 47.08%.
  • There are around 285 households in Khosalpur village.

Connectivity of Khosalpur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khosalpur. As per the 2011 stats, Khosalpur 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 Khosalpur

Knowing the nearby villages of Khosalpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khosalpur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Khosalpur

Where is Khosalpur located?
Khosalpur village is situated in Tapan Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khosalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khosalpur is Rampara Chenchra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Khosalpur?
The pincode of Khosalpur is 733127, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khosalpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khosalpur is 1,177, with 595 males and 582 females.
How many households are there in Khosalpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khosalpur village has a total of 285 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khosalpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khosalpur is 52.25%. The male literacy rate is 57.31%, while the female literacy rate is 47.08%.