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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Khan.Pukuria village has a total population of 706 people, consisting of 359 males and 347 females. The village has 168 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 465 literate and 241 illiterate residents. Additionally, 493 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khan.Pukuria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 706 | 359 | 347 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 34 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 493 | 261 | 232 |
| 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 has a total population of 706, including 359 males and 347 females.
How many households are there in Khan.Pukuria?
There are 168 households in Khan.Pukuria.
What is the literacy rate in Khan.Pukuria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khan.Pukuria is 65.86%. Male literacy is 71.87% and female literacy is 59.65%.