Khorda Etarai - Udaynarayanpur, Howrah
Khorda Etarai is a village situated in the Udaynarayanpur subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.9 km from Udaynarayanpur and around 44.2 km from Howrah. Pancharul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khorda Etarai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khorda Etarai is 332495. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.56 hectares and falls under the 711225 pincode. Haora is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Khorda Etarai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Khorda Etarai
According to the 2011 Census, Khorda Etarai village had a total population of 809 people, including 438 males and 371 females, living in 188 households. The sex ratio was 847 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.27%, with male literacy at 86.26% and female literacy at 68.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 409, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 809 | 438 | 371 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 45 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 409 | 210 | 199 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 569 | 339 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 99 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Khorda Etarai
Khorda Etarai 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 Khorda Etarai
Khorda Etarai 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 5-10 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 Haora to Khorda Etarai is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Khorda Etarai is about 44.2 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 Khorda Etarai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khorda Etarai 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khorda Etarai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khorda Etarai 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Khorda Etarai
Where is Khorda Etarai located?
Khorda Etarai village is located in Udaynarayanpur Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khorda Etarai?
The Gram Panchayat of Khorda Etarai is Pancharul.
What is the pincode of Khorda Etarai?
The pincode of Khorda Etarai is 711225.
What is the population of Khorda Etarai?
Khorda Etarai had a total population of 809, including 438 males and 371 females.
How many households are there in Khorda Etarai?
Khorda Etarai had 188 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khorda Etarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khorda Etarai was 78.27%. Male literacy was 86.26% and female literacy was 68.86%.