Khurigachhi
About Khurigachhi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Khurigachhi village is 325277. Khurigachhi village is located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.2km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 14.5km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Harit is the gram panchayat of Khurigachhi village.
The total geographical area of village is 177.38 hectares. Khurigachhi has a total population of 1,541 peoples, out of which male population is 801 while female population is 740. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 923 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of khurigachhi village is 63.60% out of which 73.16% males and 53.24% females are literate. There are about 318 houses in khurigachhi village.
When it comes to administration, Khurigachhi village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Khurigachhi village comes under Saptagram Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency. Chinsurah is nearest town to khurigachhi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Khurigachhi
The population details of Khurigachhi cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,541 | 801 | 740 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 183 | 94 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,514 | 787 | 727 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 980 | 586 | 394 |
| Illiterate Population | 561 | 215 | 346 |
Connectivity of Khurigachhi
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Khurigachhi
Where is Khurigachhi located?
Khurigachhi village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khurigachhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khurigachhi is Harit (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Khurigachhi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khurigachhi is 1,541, with 801 males and 740 females.
How many households are there in Khurigachhi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khurigachhi village has a total of 318 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khurigachhi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khurigachhi is 63.60%. The male literacy rate is 73.16%, while the female literacy rate is 53.24%.