Khorda - Sankrail, Jhargram
Khorda is a village situated in the Sankrail subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Ragrah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khorda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khorda is 341212. The village covers a total geographical area of 18.5 hectares and falls under the 721517 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khorda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khorda
According to the 2011 Census, Khorda village had a total population of 128 people, including 75 males and 53 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 707 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.30%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 72.55%.
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 | 128 | 75 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 63 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 12 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Khorda
Khorda 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
Khorda 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Khorda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khorda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khorda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khorda
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khorda
Where is Khorda located?
Khorda village is located in Sankrail Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khorda?
The Gram Panchayat of Khorda is Ragrah.
What is the pincode of Khorda?
The pincode of Khorda is 721517.
What is the population of Khorda?
Khorda had a total population of 128, including 75 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Khorda?
Khorda had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khorda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khorda was 81.30%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 72.55%.