Khalatpur - Udaynarayanpur, Howrah
Khalatpur is a village situated in the Udaynarayanpur subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.4 km from Udaynarayanpur and around 45.9 km from Howrah. Rampur-dihibhusut Asanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khalatpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khalatpur is 332487. The village covers a total geographical area of 161.73 hectares and falls under the 711408 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Khalatpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khalatpur
As per Census 2011, Khalatpur village has a total population of 3,776 people, consisting of 2,040 males and 1,736 females. The village has 628 households and a sex ratio of 850 females per 1,000 males. There are 336 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,953 literate and 823 illiterate residents. Additionally, 313 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khalatpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,776 | 2,040 | 1,736 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 336 | 193 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 313 | 149 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,953 | 1,665 | 1,288 |
| Illiterate Population | 823 | 375 | 448 |
Nearby Villages of Khalatpur
Khalatpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghola | North-East | 0.84 km |
| Asanda | North-West | 1.35 km |
| Baira Kurchi | South | 1.44 km |
| Harihar Dwitiya | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Dihi Bhursut | North | 1.86 km |
| Kurchi Binodbati | South | 1.99 km |
| Sitapur | South-West | 2.05 km |
| Dakshin Rampur | West | 2.10 km |
| Rajbalhat (ct) | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Hariharpur | South-East | 2.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khalatpur
Khalatpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Loknath, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tarakeswar to Khalatpur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Khalatpur is about 45.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khalatpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khalatpur 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 Khalatpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khalatpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khalatpur
Where is Khalatpur located?
Khalatpur village is located in Udaynarayanpur Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khalatpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khalatpur is Rampur-dihibhusut Asanda.
What is the pincode of Khalatpur?
The pincode of Khalatpur is 711408.
What is the population of Khalatpur?
Khalatpur has a total population of 3,776, including 2,040 males and 1,736 females.
How many households are there in Khalatpur?
There are 628 households in Khalatpur.
What is the literacy rate in Khalatpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalatpur is 78.20%. Male literacy is 81.62% and female literacy is 74.19%.