Khoklong
About Khoklong
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Khoklong village is 306495. Khoklong village is located in Matigara subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.6km away from sub-district headquarter Kadamtala. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Khoklong village. As per 2009 stats, Patharghata is the gram panchayat of Khoklong village.
The total geographical area of village is 119.38 hectares. Khoklong has a total population of 737 peoples, out of which male population is 352 while female population is 385. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1093 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of khoklong village is 54.55% out of which 62.50% males and 47.27% females are literate. There are about 136 houses in khoklong village. Pincode of khoklong village locality is 734010.
When it comes to administration, Khoklong village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Khoklong village comes under Matigara-naxalbari Vidhan Sabha constituency & Darjeeling Lok Sabha constituency. Siliguri is nearest town to khoklong village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Khoklong
The population details of Khoklong cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 737 | 352 | 385 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 91 | 49 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 668 | 319 | 349 |
| Literate Population | 402 | 220 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 335 | 132 | 203 |
Connectivity of Khoklong
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Khoklong
Where is Khoklong located?
Khoklong village is situated in Matigara Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khoklong?
The Gram Panchayat of Khoklong is Patharghata (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Khoklong?
The pincode of Khoklong is 734010, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khoklong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khoklong is 737, with 352 males and 385 females.
How many households are there in Khoklong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khoklong village has a total of 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khoklong as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khoklong is 54.55%. The male literacy rate is 62.50%, while the female literacy rate is 47.27%.