Khanyan - Pandua, Hooghly
Khanyan is a village situated in the Pandua subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.7 km from Pandua and around 21.7 km from Chinsura. Itachunakhanyan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khanyan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanyan is 324869. The village covers a total geographical area of 231.57346978 hectares and falls under the 712147 pincode. Chinsura is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Khanyan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Khanyan
According to the 2011 Census, Khanyan village had a total population of 9,575 people, including 4,797 males and 4,778 females, living in 2,380 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.33%, with male literacy at 81.61% and female literacy at 69.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,255, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,689.
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 | 9,575 | 4,797 | 4,778 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 855 | 446 | 409 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,255 | 1,124 | 1,131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,689 | 840 | 849 |
| Literate Population | 6,569 | 3,551 | 3,018 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,006 | 1,246 | 1,760 |
Nearby Villages of Khanyan
Khanyan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Benedanga | South-East | 1.33 km |
| Shyam Sundarpur | North-West | 1.52 km |
| Chapta | North-East | 1.55 km |
| Mulati | West | 1.65 km |
| Hoera | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Nesraguri | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Tanba | North | 2.19 km |
| Makhaldi | South | 2.20 km |
| Haridaspur | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Radhanagar | East | 2.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khanyan
Khanyan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khanyan, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.8 km.
| 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 Chinsura to Khanyan is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Khanyan is about 21.7 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khanyan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanyan 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 Khanyan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanyan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khanyan
Where is Khanyan located?
Khanyan village is located in Pandua Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khanyan?
The Gram Panchayat of Khanyan is Itachunakhanyan.
What is the pincode of Khanyan?
The pincode of Khanyan is 712147.
What is the population of Khanyan?
Khanyan had a total population of 9,575, including 4,797 males and 4,778 females.
How many households are there in Khanyan?
Khanyan had 2,380 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanyan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanyan was 75.33%. Male literacy was 81.61% and female literacy was 69.08%.