Khud Marai - Gopiballavpur - II, Jhargram
Khud Marai is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Petbindhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khud Marai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khud Marai is 340586. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.93 hectares and falls under the 721506 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Khud Marai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khud Marai
According to the 2011 Census, Khud Marai village had a total population of 755 people, including 391 males and 364 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.89%, with male literacy at 85.80% and female literacy at 67.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 134, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 51.
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 | 755 | 391 | 364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 46 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 68 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 519 | 296 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 95 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Khud Marai
Khud Marai 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 Khud Marai
Khud Marai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Jhargram to Khud Marai is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khud Marai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khud Marai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khud Marai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khud Marai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khud Marai
Where is Khud Marai located?
Khud Marai village is located in Gopiballavpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khud Marai?
The Gram Panchayat of Khud Marai is Petbindhi.
What is the pincode of Khud Marai?
The pincode of Khud Marai is 721506.
What is the population of Khud Marai?
Khud Marai had a total population of 755, including 391 males and 364 females.
How many households are there in Khud Marai?
Khud Marai had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khud Marai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khud Marai was 76.89%. Male literacy was 85.80% and female literacy was 67.58%.