Khein
Khein is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.7km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 20.1km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Akhna is the gram panchayat of Khein village.
Khein has its own place in the vibrant Hugli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Khein
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khein is 325145. The village spans a total geographical area of 203.67 hectares. Chinsurah is nearest town to Khein village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Khein village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Saptagram Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Khein
Population of Khein
Below is a concise population overview of Khein as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,769 | 901 | 868 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 80 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,110 | 551 | 559 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 1,143 | 655 | 488 |
| Illiterate Population | 626 | 246 | 380 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khein village:
- The total population of Khein village is around 1,769, including approximately 901 males and 868 females, with a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 171 children aged 0–6 years in Khein village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khein village has 1,110 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 36 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khein village is about 64.61%, with male literacy at 72.70% and female literacy at 56.22%.
- There are around 427 households in Khein village.
Connectivity of Khein
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khein. As per the 2011 stats, Khein had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khein
Knowing the nearby villages of Khein helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khein.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khein
- Where is Khein located?
- Khein village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khein?
- The Gram Panchayat of Khein is Akhna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Khein as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khein is 1,769, with 901 males and 868 females.
- How many households are there in Khein as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khein village has a total of 427 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khein as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khein is 64.61%. The male literacy rate is 72.70%, while the female literacy rate is 56.22%.