Khan.Pukuria - Singur, Hooghly
Khan.Pukuria is a village situated in the Singur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.7 km from Singur. Bainchipota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khan.Pukuria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khan.Pukuria is 325490. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.06 hectares and falls under the 712409 pincode. Chandernagore is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Khan.Pukuria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Singur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khan.Pukuria
According to the 2011 Census, Khan.Pukuria village had a total population of 706 people, including 359 males and 347 females, living in 168 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.66%, with male literacy at 79.38% and female literacy at 65.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 493.
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 | 706 | 359 | 347 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 34 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 493 | 261 | 232 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 465 | 258 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 101 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Khan.Pukuria
Khan.Pukuria 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhota.gobra | South | 0.85 km |
| Dhopaghata | North | 0.94 km |
| Rajar Bathan | North-West | 0.94 km |
| Baijala | West | 0.96 km |
| Kaipukuria | South-West | 0.99 km |
| Taherpur | South-East | 1.43 km |
| Kaliara | North-East | 1.45 km |
| Bainchipota | North-West | 1.75 km |
| Subhipur | South | 1.92 km |
| Ugly | North | 1.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khan.Pukuria
Khan.Pukuria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nasibpur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Chandernagore to Khan.Pukuria is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khan.Pukuria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khan.Pukuria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khan.Pukuria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khan.Pukuria 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khan.Pukuria
Where is Khan.Pukuria located?
Khan.Pukuria village is located in Singur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khan.Pukuria?
The Gram Panchayat of Khan.Pukuria is Bainchipota.
What is the pincode of Khan.Pukuria?
The pincode of Khan.Pukuria is 712409.
What is the population of Khan.Pukuria?
Khan.Pukuria had a total population of 706, including 359 males and 347 females.
How many households are there in Khan.Pukuria?
Khan.Pukuria had 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khan.Pukuria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khan.Pukuria was 72.66%. Male literacy was 79.38% and female literacy was 65.71%.