Khamar Chandi - Haripal, Hooghly
Khamar Chandi is a village situated in the Haripal subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 34.6 km from Chinsura. haripalashutosh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khamar Chandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khamar Chandi is 325372. The village covers a total geographical area of 81.75 hectares and falls under the 712405 pincode. Haripal is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Khamar Chandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Khamar Chandi
According to the 2011 Census, Khamar Chandi village had a total population of 3,320 people, including 1,673 males and 1,647 females, living in 829 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.11%, with male literacy at 95.14% and female literacy at 87.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 522, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 65.
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 | 3,320 | 1,673 | 1,647 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 131 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 522 | 245 | 277 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 38 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 2,798 | 1,467 | 1,331 |
| Illiterate Population | 522 | 206 | 316 |
Nearby Villages of Khamar Chandi
Khamar Chandi 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 Khamar Chandi
Khamar Chandi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Khamar Chandi has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Haripal to Khamar Chandi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Khamar Chandi is about 34.6 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khamar Chandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khamar Chandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khamar Chandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khamar Chandi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khamar Chandi
Where is Khamar Chandi located?
Khamar Chandi village is located in Haripal Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khamar Chandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khamar Chandi is haripalashutosh.
What is the pincode of Khamar Chandi?
The pincode of Khamar Chandi is 712405.
What is the population of Khamar Chandi?
Khamar Chandi had a total population of 3,320, including 1,673 males and 1,647 females.
How many households are there in Khamar Chandi?
Khamar Chandi had 829 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khamar Chandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khamar Chandi was 91.11%. Male literacy was 95.14% and female literacy was 87.05%.