Khejurbandi - Goghat - II, Hooghly
Khejurbandi is a village situated in the Goghat - II subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.2 km from Goghat and around 93.1 km from Chinsura. Shyambazar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khejurbandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khejurbandi is 324181. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.13 hectares and falls under the 712122 pincode. Arambagh is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Khejurbandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Khejurbandi
According to the 2011 Census, Khejurbandi village had a total population of 535 people, including 263 males and 272 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 1,034 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.31%, with male literacy at 86.61% and female literacy at 82.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 191, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 535 | 263 | 272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 39 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 191 | 97 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 387 | 194 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 69 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Khejurbandi
Khejurbandi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Khejurbandi
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Khejurbandi. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khejurbandi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Arambagh to Khejurbandi is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Khejurbandi is about 93.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khejurbandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khejurbandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khejurbandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khejurbandi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khejurbandi
Where is Khejurbandi located?
Khejurbandi village is located in Goghat - II Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khejurbandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khejurbandi is Shyambazar.
What is the pincode of Khejurbandi?
The pincode of Khejurbandi is 712122.
What is the population of Khejurbandi?
Khejurbandi had a total population of 535, including 263 males and 272 females.
How many households are there in Khejurbandi?
Khejurbandi had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khejurbandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khejurbandi was 84.31%. Male literacy was 86.61% and female literacy was 82.13%.