Khila - Udaynarayanpur, Howrah
Khila is a village situated in the Udaynarayanpur subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.5 km from Udaynarayanpur and around 33.1 km from Howrah. Khila village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khila is 332543. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.32 hectares and falls under the 711410 pincode. Haora is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khila
As per Census 2011, Khila village has a total population of 3,540 people, consisting of 1,823 males and 1,717 females. The village has 812 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 306 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,844 literate and 696 illiterate residents. Additionally, 496 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khila are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,540 | 1,823 | 1,717 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 306 | 173 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 496 | 258 | 238 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,844 | 1,516 | 1,328 |
| Illiterate Population | 696 | 307 | 389 |
Nearby Villages of Khila
Khila 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nazarkhan | South-East | 0.94 km |
| Narikel Beria | South-West | 0.98 km |
| Shibnarayan Chak | North-East | 1.17 km |
| Kamal Chak | East | 1.23 km |
| Paliara | North | 1.54 km |
| Jaynagar | North-West | 1.54 km |
| Mansuka | South-West | 1.70 km |
| Par Radhanagar | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Ranjapur | North | 2.48 km |
| Manikara | South-East | 2.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khila
Khila is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kaikala, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Haora to Khila is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Khila is about 33.1 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khila village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khila village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khila
Where is Khila located?
Khila village is located in Udaynarayanpur Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khila?
Khila is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khila?
The pincode of Khila is 711410.
What is the population of Khila?
Khila has a total population of 3,540, including 1,823 males and 1,717 females.
How many households are there in Khila?
There are 812 households in Khila.
What is the literacy rate in Khila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khila is 80.34%. Male literacy is 83.16% and female literacy is 77.34%.