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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khejurbandi
As per Census 2011, Khejurbandi village has a total population of 535 people, consisting of 263 males and 272 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 1,034 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 387 literate and 148 illiterate residents. Additionally, 191 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khejurbandi are given below:
| 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 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 535, including 263 males and 272 females.
How many households are there in Khejurbandi?
There are 103 households in Khejurbandi.
What is the literacy rate in Khejurbandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khejurbandi is 72.34%. Male literacy is 73.76% and female literacy is 70.96%.