Kamar Khola - Amta - II, Howrah
Kamar Khola is a village situated in the Amta - II subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.3 km from Amta and around 47.4 km from Howrah. Jhamtia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kamar Khola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamar Khola is 332587. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.92 hectares and falls under the 711401 pincode. Uluberia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kamar Khola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kamar Khola
As per Census 2011, Kamar Khola village has a total population of 828 people, consisting of 448 males and 380 females. The village has 162 households and a sex ratio of 848 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 470 literate and 358 illiterate residents. Additionally, 820 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kamar Khola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 828 | 448 | 380 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 62 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 820 | 445 | 375 |
| Literate Population | 470 | 293 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 155 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Kamar Khola
Kamar Khola 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 Kamar Khola
Kamar Khola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uluberia to Kamar Khola is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Kamar Khola is about 47.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kamar Khola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamar Khola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kamar Khola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamar Khola 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 Kamar Khola
Where is Kamar Khola located?
Kamar Khola village is located in Amta - II Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kamar Khola?
The Gram Panchayat of Kamar Khola is Jhamtia.
What is the pincode of Kamar Khola?
The pincode of Kamar Khola is 711401.
What is the population of Kamar Khola?
Kamar Khola has a total population of 828, including 448 males and 380 females.
How many households are there in Kamar Khola?
There are 162 households in Kamar Khola.
What is the literacy rate in Kamar Khola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamar Khola is 56.76%. Male literacy is 65.40% and female literacy is 46.58%.