Ghorai Khetra - Kaliganj, Nadia
Ghorai Khetra is a village situated in the Kaliganj subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Debagram and around 46.4 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Palitbegia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghorai Khetra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghorai Khetra is 321401. The village covers a total geographical area of 435.04 hectares and falls under the 741137 pincode. Krishnagar is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Ghorai Khetra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nakashipara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghorai Khetra
As per Census 2011, Ghorai Khetra village has a total population of 2,945 people, consisting of 1,505 males and 1,440 females. The village has 767 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 410 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,332 literate and 1,613 illiterate residents. Additionally, 562 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 35 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghorai Khetra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,945 | 1,505 | 1,440 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 410 | 211 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 562 | 277 | 285 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 1,332 | 745 | 587 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,613 | 760 | 853 |
Nearby Villages of Ghorai Khetra
Ghorai Khetra is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Naosa | North | 1.14 km |
| Santipur | North-West | 1.39 km |
| Daluipura | East | 1.46 km |
| Dhapara | South | 1.56 km |
| Rajarampur | South-West | 1.87 km |
| Bil Bhalsuni | North-East | 1.94 km |
| Sahazadpur | West | 2.17 km |
| Ghola | South | 2.20 km |
| Sita Chandrapur | East | 2.39 km |
| Arar Bege | North-East | 2.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghorai Khetra
Ghorai Khetra is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Debagram, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.4 km.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Krishnagar to Ghorai Khetra is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Ghorai Khetra is about 46.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghorai Khetra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghorai Khetra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghorai Khetra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghorai Khetra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghorai Khetra
Where is Ghorai Khetra located?
Ghorai Khetra village is located in Kaliganj Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghorai Khetra?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghorai Khetra is Palitbegia.
What is the pincode of Ghorai Khetra?
The pincode of Ghorai Khetra is 741137.
What is the population of Ghorai Khetra?
Ghorai Khetra has a total population of 2,945, including 1,505 males and 1,440 females.
How many households are there in Ghorai Khetra?
There are 767 households in Ghorai Khetra.
What is the literacy rate in Ghorai Khetra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghorai Khetra is 45.23%. Male literacy is 49.50% and female literacy is 40.76%.