Khekul

Khekul is a village located in Nabagram subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Nabagram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Khekul village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kiriteswari is the gram panchayat of Khekul village.

Khekul has its own place in the vibrant Murshidabad 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 Khekul

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khekul is 315047. The village spans a total geographical area of 354.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742305. Berhampore is nearest town to Khekul village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Khekul

Below is a concise population overview of Khekul as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,639 1,891 1,748
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 453 226 227
Scheduled Castes (SC) 680 346 334
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 175 80 95
Literate Population 2,270 1,288 982
Illiterate Population 1,369 603 766

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khekul village:

  • The total population of Khekul village is around 3,639, including approximately 1,891 males and 1,748 females, with a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 453 children aged 0–6 years in Khekul village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Khekul village has 680 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 175 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Khekul village is about 62.38%, with male literacy at 68.11% and female literacy at 56.18%.
  • There are around 862 households in Khekul village.

Connectivity of Khekul

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khekul. As per the 2011 stats, Khekul had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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

Nearby Villages of Khekul

Knowing the nearby villages of Khekul helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khekul.

Frequently Asked Questions about Khekul

Where is Khekul located?
Khekul village is situated in Nabagram Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khekul?
The Gram Panchayat of Khekul is Kiriteswari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Khekul?
The pincode of Khekul is 742305, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khekul as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khekul is 3,639, with 1,891 males and 1,748 females.
How many households are there in Khekul as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khekul village has a total of 862 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khekul as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khekul is 62.38%. The male literacy rate is 68.11%, while the female literacy rate is 56.18%.